Raylene Murphy
Antigonish,NS
Summary
- Strengthening clinical skills in collaboration with team members, patients, and families throughout the lifespan.
- Advocate for patients and families to improve and provide optimal quality patient care.
- Exceptional communication skills to diverse patient populations and cultures.
- Awareness of social determinants of health and formation of active care plans for individuals and families.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Practice Nurse
NSHA
05.2023 - Current
- Promoted continuity of care with thorough documentation of medical histories, vital signs, observations, interventions, and results.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current on best practices in nursing care delivery methods.
- Conducted immunization clinics, contributing to improved community health outcomes through disease prevention efforts.
- Increased patient engagement in their own healthcare by offering resources, information, and guidance on self-care techniques.
Cliniical Nurse Lead
NSHA
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
Registered Nurse
NSHA
06.2012 - 10.2021
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cape Breton University
Sydney, NS06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Cape Breton University
Sydney, NS06.2005
Skills
- Health promotion strategies
- Team collaboration
- Infection control measures
- Vaccination schedules
Continuingeducation
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Sydney, NS, 2019
- Safe Patient Handling and Mobility Program, Sydney, NS, Peer Champion, 2018, Instructed two day class on safe patient handling and mobility to a group of colleagues of the interdisciplinary team
- Stroke Innovation Program, 2018
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Sydney, NS, 2017
- Organ and Tissue Donation Act, Sydney, NS, 2017
- Cardiology Day Education Seminar, Sydney, NS, 2017
Degree
BScN
Nursingexperience
- Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, NS, Registered Nurse, 06/01/12, PRESENT, Responsible in providing patient care of four to eight patients, Preceptor for nursing students and entry level RN's, Team leader/ charge nurse, Experience with filling in as clinical nurse lead, Work with a multidisciplinary team, Discharge planning for long term care patients
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Charlottetown, PEI, Nursing Student, 01/01/11, 01/01/12, Ambulatory Care Centre providing outpatient care delivery for multiple patients per day, Physician assistance in technical skills in various specialties
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Family Practice Nurse
NSHA
05.2023 - Current
Cliniical Nurse Lead
NSHA
10.2021 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
NSHA
06.2012 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Cape Breton University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cape Breton University