Joyce Murphy
ATTAPULGUS
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Florida State Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient monitoring. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, ensuring optimal patient care and safety. Passionate about educating patients on health management while maintaining compliance with infection control protocols. Committed to delivering compassionate support during challenging times.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Florida State Hospital
Chattahoochee
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop care plans for patients.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication use.
- Observed changes in the patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
lpn
DaVita
Quincy
02.2011 - 09.2013
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules for patient care.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions daily.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
lpn
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Tallahassee
Tallahassee
03.2004 - 08.2011
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, including bathing and dressing.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic health systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop care plans for patients.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times in care settings.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
Education
Lpn
Bainbridge College
Bainbridge, GA12-2003
Some College (No Degree) - Associate Degree in Nursing
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Tifton, GASkills
- Medication administration
- Patient monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Infection control
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Team communication
- Safety protocol adherence
- Team collaboration
- Caring for wounds
- Patient care
- Psychotropic medications
- Medication dispensing
Timeline
LPN
Florida State Hospital
03.2025 - Current
lpn
DaVita
02.2011 - 09.2013
lpn
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Tallahassee
03.2004 - 08.2011
Lpn
Bainbridge College
Some College (No Degree) - Associate Degree in Nursing
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College