Emily Murphy
Carrollton
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse skilled in medication administration, patient assessments, and direct care. Committed to providing compassionate support and effective patient education to enhance healthcare outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
Greenwood, MS
01.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and health management strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Internal Medicine Clinic of Grenada
Grenada, MS
11.2020 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Age Nursing Home
Grenada, MS
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitor patient vital signs and report changes to nursing staff.
- Assist with daily living activities, fostering patient independence and comfort.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mid Delta Home Health & Hospice
Greenwood, MS
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Educate patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Supervise junior nursing staff, providing guidance and support in care delivery.
- Implement infection control protocols to ensure a safe healthcare environment.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Age Nursing Home
Greenwood, MS
08.2010 - 11.2016
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Conducted regular assessments and evaluations to monitor patient progress and needs.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Holmes Community College
Grenada12-2022
No Degree - Nursing
Mississippi Delta Community College
Moorhead, MS08-2010
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Professional bedside manner
- Intake and discharge
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Internal Medicine Clinic of Grenada
11.2020 - 12.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Age Nursing Home
11.2018 - 11.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mid Delta Home Health & Hospice
11.2016 - 11.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Golden Age Nursing Home
08.2010 - 11.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Holmes Community College
No Degree - Nursing
Mississippi Delta Community College