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Sandra Murrhee

Tampa,FL

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse Case Manager with Number+ years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse patients. Skillfully blend hands-on skills with advanced background in Type settings. Work effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Case Manager

WellCare Health Insurance
05.2007 - Current
  • Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
  • Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
  • Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
  • Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
  • Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
  • Actively engaged in on-call rotations to deliver continuous quality care to patients.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
  • Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
  • Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches to reduce burden on hospital resources.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
  • Administered physical examinations and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses and injuries.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Followed all instructions for medication administration and treatment plans as prescribed by physicians.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Prepared clinical notes and updates for review by primary physician.
  • Educated and supported home healthcare providers with training, guidance, mentoring and resources required to achieve objectives."
  • Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
  • Directed appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing processes and protocols.
  • Verified legibility of patient clinical notes and updates prior to review by primary physicians.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Coordinated care of injured workers by liaising with hospital staff to organize treatments and program resources.
  • Utilized Type and Type behavioral strategies to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.

RN Staff Nurse

Correctional Medical Services
05.1990 - 05.2007
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
  • Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

RN Staff Nurse

Tampa General
09.1988 - 12.1989
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
  • Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
  • Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
  • Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Established staff schedules and assignments based on facility needs and equipment availability.

LPN Staff Nurse

St Joseph Hospital
07.1983 - 09.1988
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Monitored and tracked patient vitals in Software to keep team informed of changing conditions.
  • Cared for over Number Type and Type patients each day with quality-driven support.
  • Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
  • Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
  • Collaborated with Number Job titles to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Hillsboro Community College
Tampa, FL
09.1988

Skills

  • Medical Records Management
  • Breastfeeding Education
  • Vision Screening
  • VFC Compliance
  • EMR Systems
  • Call Triaging
  • Well Visit Procedures
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Performing EKGs
  • Drug Calculations
  • Sick Visitation Procedures
  • Staff Training
  • Home Visits
  • Neonatal ICU Procedures
  • Addiction Counseling
  • Market Research
  • BAC Screening
  • Medical Laboratory Procedures
  • ICD-9 Forms
  • KanTime Software
  • Hearing Screenings
  • Anesthetic Administration
  • Skill-Building Activities
  • Medical Screening
  • Trauma Recovery
  • or and ER Experience
  • PICC Lines
  • Neurology Expertise
  • Area of Expertise Specialized Care
  • Inpatient and Outpatient Care
  • Family Planning Services Education
  • Diagnostic Tools Knowledge

Timeline

RN Case Manager

WellCare Health Insurance
05.2007 - Current

RN Staff Nurse

Correctional Medical Services
05.1990 - 05.2007

RN Staff Nurse

Tampa General
09.1988 - 12.1989

LPN Staff Nurse

St Joseph Hospital
07.1983 - 09.1988

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Hillsboro Community College

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