Mary Humphrey
Belmont,MA
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with over 40 yrs in diverse clinical settings , specializing in pain management, interventional, radiology, and critical care and patient advocacy. Proven track record in leading nursing teams to improve patient care and compliance with healthcare protocols. Skilled in clinical documentation discharge planning and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Nurse Manager
Winchester Hospital Pain Manager
Winchester, Massachusetts
03.2009 - 09.2024
- Managed interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care in pain management
- Developed and implemented pain management programs , increasing patient comfort
- Streamlined nursing operations through effective staff training and resource management
- Led initiatives for quality improvement, focusing on patient safety and service delivery
- Coordinated comprehensive discharge planning to ensure patient satisfaction and compliance
- Coordinated pain management programs to enhance patient comfort and treatment efficacy.
- Managed scheduling to optimize staff availability and improve workflow efficiency.
- Direct patient care both in office setting , pre procedure , post procedure , and assist with fluoroscopy procedures.
- Procurement of supplies from both in-house and outside vendors
- Responsible for Prior Authorization for procedures , medications , lab and X-ray
- Work collaboratively interdepartmentally to provide longitudinal care of patients in the pain management center, physical therapy, neurology and surgical intervention
Staff Nurse
WINCHESTER HOSPITAL
Winchester, MA.
02.2002 - 06.2009
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized pain care plans.
- Provided direct patient care as pertained to pain management procedures and protocol
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems. Epic
- Educated patients and families on health management , procedures and discharge procedures instructions
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Assisted in training and mentoring new nursing staff on hospital protocols.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
Staff Nurse
Post Anesthesia Care, CHOATE, SYMMES HEALTH SERVICES, INC
Arlington, MA.
03.1990 - 02.2002
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge procedures.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Assisted in training and mentoring new nursing staff on hospital protocols.
- Conducted routine assessments to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care services.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
Asst. Head Nurse
Outpatient Dept/Emergency
08.1978 - 09.1990
Head Nurse Post Anesthesia
Symmes Hospital
Arlington, Massachusetts
03.1988 - 03.1990
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges to streamline workflow processes.
- Managed daily nursing operations to maintain efficient service delivery in the hospital.
- Trained new nurses on hospital policies and procedures for effective integration.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss challenges and enhance team communication.
Staff Nurse
Symmes Hospital
02.1986 - 03.1988
Staff Nurse
ICU - Choate Hospital
01.1984 - 02.1986
Asst. Head Nurse
CENTRAL HOSPITAL, Maximum Care Unit
Somerville, MA.
10.1981 - 01.1984
Head Nurse
Outpatient Dept/
09.1980 - 10.1981
Staff Nurse - Medical
YOUVILLE HOSPITAL
Cambridge, MA.
07.1977 - 08.1978
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Salem State College
Salem, MA01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern University
Boston, MA01.1990
Diploma -
Somerville Hospital School of Nursing
Somerville, MA01.1975
Skills
- Pain Management Coordination
- Clinical Leader
- Patient Education and Advocacy
- Quality improvement
- HIPPA Compliance
Affiliations
- Massachusetts Nurses Association
- American Nurses Association
- Massachusetts Society - Post Anesthesia Nurses
- American Society for Pain Management Nurses
- Massachusetts Chapter of American Society for Pain Management Nurses
- American Society of Post Anesthesia Nurses
- Sigma Theta Tau International
Volunteer Experience
- Training for the Future, Boston, MA
- Potter Place, Waltham, MA
Licensure Certification
- Massachusetts State License
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- CPR Instructor- Health Care Provider
Timeline
Associate Nurse Manager
Winchester Hospital Pain Manager
03.2009 - 09.2024
Staff Nurse
WINCHESTER HOSPITAL
02.2002 - 06.2009
Staff Nurse
Post Anesthesia Care, CHOATE, SYMMES HEALTH SERVICES, INC
03.1990 - 02.2002
Head Nurse Post Anesthesia
Symmes Hospital
03.1988 - 03.1990
Staff Nurse
Symmes Hospital
02.1986 - 03.1988
Staff Nurse
ICU - Choate Hospital
01.1984 - 02.1986
Asst. Head Nurse
CENTRAL HOSPITAL, Maximum Care Unit
10.1981 - 01.1984
Head Nurse
Outpatient Dept/
09.1980 - 10.1981
Asst. Head Nurse
Outpatient Dept/Emergency
08.1978 - 09.1990
Staff Nurse - Medical
YOUVILLE HOSPITAL
07.1977 - 08.1978
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Salem State College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern University
Diploma -
Somerville Hospital School of Nursing