111 Millennium - Twentieth Edition MEDICINE, HEALTH CARE AND WELLNESS nurse offered a position in the operating room at Cox Monett Hospital, thus fulfilling her dream of becoming a nurse. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she transitioned to long-term care, wanting to provide families with a familiar face during difficult times. Recently, she took up the role as the executive director at Bristol Hospice LLC, where she utilizes her skills to provide excellent end-of-life care. Ms. Murphy excels in providing personal care and sympathizing with her patients by channeling her emotions into her work. Rather than dwelling on her own pain, she focuses on helping others cope with the loss of a loved one. In recognition of her accomplishments in the field, she won the Daisy Award from Cox Monett Hospital in 2020. During her time at Crowder College, she earned both the Representative Registered Nurse Award and the Outstanding Graduate Award in 2016. Reflecting on her career, Ms. Murphy attributes much of her success to her grit and persistence. Hailing from a strong lineage of leaders, she is immensely grateful for the support of her family. Her mother is a professional who has taught her and her sister how to be leaders and navigate their careers as women in various industries, and her father has always encouraged them to embrace their roles as women leaders. In the coming years, Ms. Murphy aims to grow professionally and hold a significant position at Bristol Hospice, where she can train others to provide the best possible care for patients and their families. She intends to ensure that nurses receive the education they need to excel in their roles. Likewise, she hopes to continue her civicminded endeavors. C ourtney A. Murphy is a rising expert in the field of nursing, operating as a registered nurse for almost a decade. At the onset of her vocational journey, she pursued a higher education at Crowder College, where she ultimately earned an associate degree in registered nursing in 2016. She subsequently became the first graduate COURTNEY A. MURPHY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Bristol Hospice LLC Choctaw, OK
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