Diane Helmke, RN
Nanuet,NY
Summary
Experienced and compassionate with expertise in caring for medically complex patients at Elizabeth Seton Children's Center. Strong focus on team collaboration with a passion for maximizing patient independence and optimal outcomes. My critical thinking and crisis intervention abilities enhance patient stability and promote family-centered care in challenging situations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Elizabeth Seton Children's Center
03.2017 - Current
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, resulting in improved outcomes
- Utilize critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrives.
- Advocate for patient needs with healthcare providers, securing necessary interventions for optimal health results.
- Promote family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and providing emotional support during difficult situations.
- Mentor new nurses, sharing expert knowledge and clinical skills to enhance their professional development.
Substitute School Nurse
Orange Ulster BOCES
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Provided support for students with developmental, physical, and emotional disabilities in collaboration with special education teams.
- Maintained accurate and confidential student health records, ensuring compliance with state regulations and school policies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Child Care Counselor
The Summit School and Children's Residence
09.1994 - 06.2003
- Provided direct care and crisis intervention for emotionally handicapped adolescents with maladaptive behaviors in a therapeutic milieu.
- Managed daily activities and routines, assisting residents with life skills and goal achievement.
- Collaborated with parents, educators, administrators, psychiatric providers and healthcare professsionals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison09-2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Rockland
05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
SUNY College At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY12-1990
Skills
- Direct Care and Assessment of Medically Complex Patients
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Mentoring Team Members
- Proficient Ventilator, Tracheostomy, Ostomy Care
- Seizure Response Expertise
- Infection Prevention and Management
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization (PEARS)
Certification
- Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board.
- NYS License # 717587
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Elizabeth Seton Children's Center
03.2017 - Current
Substitute School Nurse
Orange Ulster BOCES
08.2016 - 03.2017
Child Care Counselor
The Summit School and Children's Residence
09.1994 - 06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
SUNY Rockland
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
SUNY College At New Paltz
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