Tomeka Murph
Blythewood,SC
Summary
- Certified Case Manager with 6 years of Complex Care Management experience and 16 years of combined inpatient nursing experience in Med/Surg and Critical Care in a Level III teaching hospital.
- Consistently commended for delivering patient-centered quality care to diverse patient populations.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Ability to function autonomously and be adaptable in a rapidly changing work environment.
- Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RN-Continuum of Care-Complex Care Management
Prisma Health
08.2016 - 10.2021
- Identified, evaluated, and enrolled high risk members of assigned patient populations into care management program.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessment to identify barriers to care with input of patient, family, and health care team. Created, reviewed, and revised plan of care to focus on patient needs and condition management.
- Coordinated care of assigned patients following hospital discharge to decrease risk of 30 day hospital readmission. Instructed patient and family in proper discharge care, medication reconciliation, and discharge plan, including when to return to hospital and/or contact primary care provider.
- Provided health education and counseling to patient and family regarding health maintenance and chronic condition management.
- Successfully achieved CCM certification.
- Managed case load of 50-65 high risk patients with complex medical conditions and/or case management needs.
RN-Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Prisma Health Richland
09.2009 - 08.2016
- Provided direct post-operative care of adult and pediatric patients following various ENT, vascular, orthopedic, GI, eye, GYN, urology, and neurology surgical procedures.
- Administered medications orally and intravenously while monitoring patient patient reaction/outcome after administration.
- Closely monitored patient condition post operatively which included monitoring of vital signs, ECG reading, operative site/dressing, pain report and/or response, sedation score, and airway clearance.
- Acted as nurse preceptor for new staff nurses. Served on peer review committee and unit based
- Successfully achieved CPAN certification.
Clinical Instructor
University of South Carolina-School of Nursing
Columbia, SC
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Provided professional instruction to nursing students in classroom, simulation lab, and clinical setting.
- Oriented clinical staff to the educational level of students and discussed specific learning objectives and outcomes student's time in clinical setting for an optimal learning experience.
- Graded all student assignments according to rubric and/or specific directions provided by course coordinator.
- Provided constructive feedback to nursing students and clinical staff.
- Provided clinical supervision to entry-level nursing students during medication administration, chart review, and physical assessment of assigned patients.
RN- Medical Intensive Care Unit
Palmetto Health Richland
03.2006 - 09.2009
- Provided direct patient care to critically ill patients on a 16-bed medical ICU unit in a fast-paced teaching environment.
- Managed care of patients requires requiring mechanical ventilation, vasoactive drips, continuous renal replacement therapy, and continuous hemodynamic monitoring.
- Participated in multidisciplinary patients rounds to discuss progress of assigned patient, daily goals, and discharge plans.
- Provided frequent assessment and response to treatment. Notified attending and/or resident physician of significant changes in patient's clinical status.
- Served as a unit preceptor for new critical care nurses and student nurses.
Assistant Nurse Manager, Medical Nursing
Palmetto Health Richland
Columbia, SC
09.2004 - 09.2006
- Functioned as a charge nurse and staff nurse on 38-bed medical unit.
- Performed patient chart audits for proper nursing documentation and provided feedback to staff regarding individual audit results.
- Completed daily staffing assignments, monitored and adjusted staffing as needed based on unit census and/or productivity.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate employees.
- Successfully obtained CMSRN certification.
Travel Registered Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
02.2004 - 09.2004
- Direct nursing care of patients on a hematology and oncology unit in a fast-paced teaching hospital
- Administred oral medications, blood and blood products, IV medications and antibiotics, chemotherapy medications, and parental nutrition.
- Maintained vascular access lines, central lines, and performed central line dressing changes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
Travel Registered Nurse
Self Regional Hospital
Greenwood, SC
11.2003 - 01.2004
- Provided direct comprehensive patient care to patients with various acute and chronic conditions on busy medical surgical unit.
- Provided patient education related to surgical procedures, non-invasive procedures, and prescribed medications.
- Developed and implemented plans of care with input of patient. family, and medical care team.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Registered Nurse, Medical
Palmetto Health Richland
Columbia, SC
09.2001 - 11.2003
- Provided direct comprehensive patient care to patients with various acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided medical supervision and assistance to LPNs and unlicensed staff members.
- Performed physical examinations, administered medications, monitored vital signs, and documented progress notes.
- Maintained a safety work/hospital environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
RN Floor Nurse
Laurens County Memorial Hospital
Laurens, SC
01.2000 - 08.2001
- Provided comprehensive direct nursing care to adult, pediatric, and mother/baby couplet patients.
- Conducted newborn assessments following delivery and conducted newborn hearing screenings.
- Provided postpartum care and education to mothers following vaginal and c-section deliveries.
- Completed required forms and chart documentation of vital signs, medications and other information.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Beaufort Memorial Hospital
Beaufort, SC
06.1999 - 01.2000
- Provided direct comprehensive care to adult postoperative patients following vascular, ENT, dental, GYN, and urology surgeries.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, weight and height measurements; documented results accurately in medical record system.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing -
Lander Univeristy
06-1999
Skills
- Certified Case Manager
- Technically Proficient in MS Office
- Health Promotion
- Case Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Care Planning
- Epic EHR Management
- Critical Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN-Continuum of Care-Complex Care Management
Prisma Health
08.2016 - 10.2021
Clinical Instructor
University of South Carolina-School of Nursing
08.2015 - 12.2015
RN-Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Prisma Health Richland
09.2009 - 08.2016
RN- Medical Intensive Care Unit
Palmetto Health Richland
03.2006 - 09.2009
Assistant Nurse Manager, Medical Nursing
Palmetto Health Richland
09.2004 - 09.2006
Travel Registered Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina
02.2004 - 09.2004
Travel Registered Nurse
Self Regional Hospital
11.2003 - 01.2004
Registered Nurse, Medical
Palmetto Health Richland
09.2001 - 11.2003
RN Floor Nurse
Laurens County Memorial Hospital
01.2000 - 08.2001
RN, Medical-Surgical
Beaufort Memorial Hospital
06.1999 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing -
Lander Univeristy
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