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Nursing Informatics SpecialistWork Type
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Tracy Murphy
Nursing Informatics Specialist
Tucson,AZ
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Summary
Skilled nursing informatics professional with strong expertise in integrating healthcare technologies, improving data management, and enhancing patient care through innovative solutions. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and adapt to evolving healthcare environments. Focused on leveraging technical skills in electronic health records, data analysis, and clinical workflows to drive impactful results. Known for reliability, flexibility, and results-driven approach.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Informatics Specialist
CHS
- Provides Cerner Electronic Health Record (EHR) support, information, and education through the use of information structures, information processes, and information technology.
- Functions as a liaison of nursing expertise, encompassing the application of technology and data science to the nursing profession, with an in-depth understanding of information systems and clinical knowledge.
- Strong organizational and communication skills. Proficient at navigating the complexities of the EHR. Skilled at auditing documentation with a complete and thorough understanding of clinical norms, patient care workflows, and electronic health records (EHRs).
- Ability to interpret, analyze and utilize health-related data efficiently. Able to recognize compliance, accountability, and integrity of the data through documentation interactions and modifications.
- Able to identify discrepancies, inaccuracies, trends, patterns, deviations, or lapses in clinical electronic documentation that can have serious implications for patient safety as well as the healthcare organization’s reputation.
- Can provide expertise in translating medical terminology and abbreviations, and interpreting medical data into clear and understandable language.
- Familiar with the technical aspects of security, data storage, and data retrieval.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Played a key role in Cerner conversion and implementation projects, in addition to post-conversion support
- Developed training materials for electronic health record (EHR) systems, ensuring effective user adoption.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to drive communication and coordination of health informatics activities and promote accountability.
- Analyzed healthcare data to support decision-making and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with stakeholders and clinical staff to optimize electronic health record (EHR) adoption, usage and workflows.
- Developed training materials for new software implementations, enhancing user adoption and efficiency.
- Managed system upgrades, ensuring seamless integration with existing clinical processes.
- Led initiatives to streamline documentation processes, reducing redundancy and improving accuracy.
- Collaborated closely with clinical staff to ensure a smooth transition during the implementation of new health IT systems, minimizing potential disruptions to patient care.
- Led, facilitated, and attended focus groups and meetings to strategize workflow issues.
Nursing Informatics Specialist
Community Health Systems
01.2022 - 09.2025
Clinical Informaticist – Nursing & Providers
Northwest Medical Center, Tucson, Arizona
01.2013 - 01.2022
Shift Supervisor/Clinical Nurse Leader/Staff Nurse - CVICU
Northwest Medical Center, Tucson, Arizona
01.2001 - 01.2013
Travel Nurse – Intensive Care Units
Multiple Travel Nurse Agencies
01.1989 - 01.2001
ICU Assistant Manager
St. Joseph’s Medical Center, South Bend, Indiana
01.1988 - 01.1989
ICU Charge Nurse/ICU Staff Nurse
Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne, Indiana
01.1985 - 01.1988
Education
MSN - Nursing Informatics
Chamberlain College of Nursing
01.2018
BSN - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
01.2016
ADN - Nursing
Purdue University
01.1984
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Affiliations
American Association of Critical Care Nurse
Certification
- Informatics Nursing RN-BC (ANCC)
- CCRN-K (AACN)
Timeline
Nursing Informatics Specialist
Community Health Systems
01.2022 - 09.2025
Clinical Informaticist – Nursing & Providers
Northwest Medical Center, Tucson, Arizona
01.2013 - 01.2022
Shift Supervisor/Clinical Nurse Leader/Staff Nurse - CVICU
Northwest Medical Center, Tucson, Arizona
01.2001 - 01.2013
Travel Nurse – Intensive Care Units
Multiple Travel Nurse Agencies
01.1989 - 01.2001
ICU Assistant Manager
St. Joseph’s Medical Center, South Bend, Indiana
01.1988 - 01.1989
ICU Charge Nurse/ICU Staff Nurse
Parkview Memorial Hospital, Fort Wayne, Indiana
01.1985 - 01.1988
BSN - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
ADN - Nursing
Purdue University
Nursing Informatics Specialist
CHS
MSN - Nursing Informatics
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Awards
2008 Clinical Employee of the 4th Quarter – Northwest Medical Center, 2016 Clinical Employee of the Month – Northwest Medical Center
Work Availability
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LINKS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-murphy-759362ab3/
Software
Languages
English
Quote
"I'd rather regret the things I've done than regret the things I haven't done."
Lucille Ball
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