Kelly Murray
Woodland,AL
Summary
Experienced Nurse Manager at KidsPeace National Centers with proven expertise in staff supervision and quality improvement. Enhanced patient care through critical thinking and effective communication, achieving increased referral rates. Skilled in electronic health records and committed to HIPAA compliance, fostering collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care.
Professional with strong background in nursing leadership, focused on delivering high-quality patient care and operational efficiency. Expertise in team collaboration, staff development, and resource management. Known for adaptability and achieving results in dynamic healthcare settings. Proficient in clinical skills, patient advocacy, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
KidsPeace National Centers
11.2019 - 05.2025
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Primary liaison between patient and government agencies.
- Served as a liaison between patients and various support services such as community resources, and mental health counseling to ensure holistic care was provided.
- Increased referral rates by providing excellent service and building meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, and patients.
- Effectively managed 6 person nursing staff providing care and support to a diverse group of up to 72 patients on a daily basis.
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
- Educated patients on disease management techniques, empowering them to take control of their health and reduce complications.
- Applied critical thinking skills during case reviews to identify potential risks or challenges before they escalated into larger issues.
- Primary point of contact for group preparation for two different Joint Commission Surveys.
- Co-Manager of EOC and head of infection control program.
Operating Room Circulator
Ortho Atlanta
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Empowered patients through education on surgical procedures ensuring informed consent was obtained before surgery.
- Upheld strict compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies, contributing to consistently high ratings on accreditation surveys.
- Optimized surgical outcomes through diligent attention to detail during each phase of the perioperative process – preoperative assessment, intraoperative management, and postoperative care coordination.
- Supported anesthesia providers with patient induction, monitoring anesthesia levels, and ensuring appropriate recovery post surgery.
- Improved patient outcomes through meticulous documentation of patient medical history, allergies, and medications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for seamless surgical procedures, fostering positive working relationships.
- Enhanced patient safety by effectively managing the surgical environment and adhering to strict protocols.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by anticipating surgeon needs during procedures and providing timely assistance.
Registered Nurse
Carrollton Ear, Nose, and Throat
05.2005 - 02.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Nursing
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA05-2002
Skills
- Staff supervision
- Quality improvement
- Critical thinking
- Department management
- Patient care
- Electronic health records experience
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality practices
- Verbal and written communication
- Medical documentation
- Patient information verification
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Staff training
Certification
- Certified BLS/CPR/First Aid through American Heart Association
- Georgia Licensed Registered Nurse RN159606
Timeline
Nurse Manager
KidsPeace National Centers
11.2019 - 05.2025
Operating Room Circulator
Ortho Atlanta
02.2019 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse
Carrollton Ear, Nose, and Throat
05.2005 - 02.2018
Nursing
University of West Georgia
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