Judy Stephens-Murray
Summary
Compassionate Charge Nurse experienced in patient care management, staff supervision, and emergency response. Achieved optimal patient outcomes through effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving within multidisciplinary teams. Focused on delivering quality-driven care while embracing new challenges and demonstrating adaptability.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Baptist Hospital of Miami
Miami, FL
07.2005 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges for efficient workflow management.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure hospital environment.
- Resolved patient concerns promptly to enhance overall satisfaction levels.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
RN Floor Nurse
Naples Community Hospital
Naples, Florida
05.2000 - 07.2005
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses at Naples Community Hospital.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, providing critical support during urgent care situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient's recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, documenting vital signs and clinical symptoms accurately.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Provided compassionate support, addressing emotional and psychological needs of patients.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and hospital policies to ensure compliance.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
Education
Master of Science -
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA 06.2015 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science -
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL 05.2006 - 07.2009
Associate's Degree -
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL 08.1996 - 05.1999
Skills
- Time management
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- Critical care response
- Emergency triage
- Medication administration
- Charting and documenting
- Quality assurance
- Patient advocacy
- Resource allocation
- Workflow optimization
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Team collaboration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Strong clinical judgment
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Science -
Kaplan University
06.2015 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science -
Florida Atlantic University
05.2006 - 07.2009
Charge Nurse
Baptist Hospital of Miami
07.2005 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Naples Community Hospital
05.2000 - 07.2005
Associate's Degree -
Miami Dade College
08.1996 - 05.1999