Sarah Murray
Sterling,VA
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Nurse CLIN III
Reston Hospital Center
09.2020 - Current
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
Nursing Supervisor FILL IN
Reston Hospital Center
01.2017 - Current
- Confidently directed overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for nurses and support personnel.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
Registered Nurse, PCU CLIN II
Reston Hospital Center
08.2014 - 09.2020
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
ICU Nurse CLIN III
Franklin Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Participated in departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
- Assessed equipment for safety and functionality and requested repair or replacement of non-conforming machines.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
CHARGE NURSE TELEMETRY CLIN II
Franklin Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Collaborated across disciplines to coordinate disposition, referral and psychosocial support needs.
- Performed hourly rounds on 55 bed floor to monitor equipment function and lead placement.
- Utilized specialized equipment to track and monitor patients' vital signs in unit.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
CHARGE NURSE HOSPICE AND YOUNG ADULT
Merrimack County Nursing Home
04.2012 - 12.2012
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
CHARGE NURSE ON ALZHEIMERS UNIT
Merrimack County Nursing Home
12.2011 - 04.2012
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
LNA TELEMETRY UNIT
Concord Hospital
05.2006 - 12.2011
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
- Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
- Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures. Collected all lab draws on unit through out shift
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
LNA
Odd Fellows Nursing Home
05.2004 - 05.2006
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
LNA
Presidential Oaks
03.2002 - 05.2004
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Manchester Community College
Manchester, NH05.2011
LICENSED NURSING ASSISTANT
STATE OF NH
Manchester, NH2002
Certification
ACLS
BLS
IV CERTIFICATION COURSE 2012
DYSRHYTHMIA COURSE
CPI
Timeline
ICU Nurse CLIN III
Reston Hospital Center
09.2020 - Current
Nursing Supervisor FILL IN
Reston Hospital Center
01.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse, PCU CLIN II
Reston Hospital Center
08.2014 - 09.2020
ICU Nurse CLIN III
Franklin Hospital
01.2013 - 06.2014
CHARGE NURSE HOSPICE AND YOUNG ADULT
Merrimack County Nursing Home
04.2012 - 12.2012
CHARGE NURSE TELEMETRY CLIN II
Franklin Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013
CHARGE NURSE ON ALZHEIMERS UNIT
Merrimack County Nursing Home
12.2011 - 04.2012
LNA TELEMETRY UNIT
Concord Hospital
05.2006 - 12.2011
LNA
Odd Fellows Nursing Home
05.2004 - 05.2006
LNA
Presidential Oaks
03.2002 - 05.2004
No Degree - Nursing
Manchester Community College
LICENSED NURSING ASSISTANT
STATE OF NH
ACLS
BLS
IV CERTIFICATION COURSE 2012
DYSRHYTHMIA COURSE
CPI
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