Dennis Murdie
PICC Nurse - Level 3 Trauma
TexasAbout
Dennis Murdie is a top nurse in Bellaire, Texas.
With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dennis Murdie is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for
the better.
As a leader and expert in their field, Dennis Murdie is passionate about enhancing patient
quality of life and embodies the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with
patients. In Bellaire, Texas, Dennis Murdie is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Education and Training
Excelsior University AS, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 2012
Western Governors University RN-MSN, Health/Health Care Administration/Management ongoing
Alvin Community College Paramedic Certification & Nursing Prerequisites 2008
Vascular Access Team Lead
Provider Details
Dennis Murdie's Expert Contributions
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What is an EKG, and what does it tell you about my heart?
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What types of exercise are most beneficial for strengthening my heart?
Awards
- Good Samaritan Award (Bronze) - Issued by Good Samaritan Foundation · Jul 2025
- NCAP NCIV of the year - Issued by Harris Health · Oct 2024
- Top 150 Nurses in Houston, Texas - Issued by Houston Chronicle · Jun 2019
- International Innovation Overall Winner - Issued by Ideas America Summit · Sep 2018
- Nurse Career Advancement Program Nurse of the Year, 2024
Professional Society Membership
- American Nurses Association
- Association for Vascular Access
- Committee Involvement: CLABSI Prevention, Pavilion Nurse Clinician Council, Outpatient Antibiotic Therapy, Infection Prevention Workgroup
Work Description / Areas of Expertise / Job Duties
- Teaching, Ultra Sound and PICCs
- Lead the PICC team at one of Texas's busiest Level III hospitals, overseeing supply management and detailed documentation for all PICC, midline, and ultrasound-guided IV placements.
- Collaborate closely with residents, faculty, and students to ensure timely, appropriate vascular access and patient-centered care, frequently serving as a subject matter expert.
- Train and mentor all new PICC nurses on BD 3CG, PowerGlide Pro, and UGIV techniques.
- Maintain a record of zero insertion-related CLABSIs for over three years.
What do you attribute your success to?
- He attributes his success to the support he has received from management, as well as his strong drive for success.
