Lauren Murphy
Attica,United States
Summary
Well educated Registered Nurse trained in a level 1 trauma center who had the privilege to experience not one but four different ICU specialties in one of the most known facilities in New York State. I am competent in Surgical ICU where more than 1 million liver transplant patients were cared for. Practiced in the Level 1 trauma unit, as well as a new state of the art Neuro ICU. I decided to expand my knowledge by practicing what I had learned into becoming a travel nurse where I have been able to share my knowledge all over New York State
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Trusted Nurse Staffing
Clifton Springs, NY
12.2023 - 05.2024
- 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.
ICU RN
Claxton-Hepburn
09.2023 - 12.2023
- ICU responsibities such as Q4 assements, Q2 turns, line management, lab valu assessment, critical thinking skills
- Maintained detailed documentation of all aspects of patient care using electronic medical records systems for accurate record-keeping and communication among team members.
- Provided education and support to parents and families during challenging times, promoting understanding of complex medical conditions and procedures.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds daily, providing valuable input on patients'' progress and updating care plans accordingly.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to recognize early signs of clinical deterioration in neonates, initiating appropriate interventions or escalating concerns promptly.
- Performed thorough physical assessments on newborns daily to detect early signs of potential complications or abnormalities requiring attention.
- Decreased incidence of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients.
- Communicated effectively with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, social work, case management during the coordination of multidisciplinary patient care.
- Assisted with high-risk deliveries as part of the Neonatal Resuscitation Team, implementing life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Skilled in monitoring vital signs, lab values, and diagnostic results to identify trends requiring intervention or further evaluation from physicians.
- Mentored new NICU nurses through clinical rotations, sharing expertise and fostering professional growth through hands-on training.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient management and treatment planning.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive patient records, ensuring accurate documentation of care and outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill neonates in a fast-paced NICU environment.
- Administered medications accurately following physician orders while closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in Type critical care units.
ICU RN
University of Rochester medical center
07.2022 - 09.2023
- ICU responsibities such as Q4 assements, Q2 turns, line management, lab value assessment, critical thinking skills, cardiac rhythm monitoring, trauma/burn care
- Wound managemen, post surgica/ anesthesia care
Education
ADN - Nursing
Genesee community college
Batavia, NY05.2022
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Therapeutic communication
- Head to toe assessment competency
- Venous puncture proficiency
- Flexible and accommodating
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Intravenous therapy
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Telemetry monitoring
- Licensed RN
- Precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Maintaining privacy
- Vaccine administration
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- EMR / EHR
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Medical assessment
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Family advocacy
- Preventive health
- Managing deadlines
- Palliative care awareness
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Hospice and palliative care
- Acute care expertise
- Health screening
- Administering immunizations
- Emotional awareness
Certification
- ACLS, 07/01/23, AHA
- PALS, 09/01/23, AHA
- BLS, 01/01/22, AHA
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Trusted Nurse Staffing
12.2023 - 05.2024
ICU RN
Claxton-Hepburn
09.2023 - 12.2023
ICU RN
University of Rochester medical center
07.2022 - 09.2023
ADN - Nursing
Genesee community college