Helena Pope
Abbeville,GA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wellpath
08.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
Global Nursing Agency
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
Southern Correctional Medicine
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
LPN/Registered Nurse
Core Civic
04.2012 - 02.2020
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Irwin County Detention Center
01.2010 - 04.2012
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
South Georgia State College
Douglas, GA02.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Ben Hill Irwin Technical College
Fitzgerald, GA11.2009
High School Graduate -
Fitzgerald High School;
Fitzgerald, GA05.1990
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Wound Care
- Patient Care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Staff Supervision
- Evaluations
- Infection control measures
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Wellpath
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Global Nursing Agency
08.2020 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Southern Correctional Medicine
02.2020 - 08.2020
LPN/Registered Nurse
Core Civic
04.2012 - 02.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Irwin County Detention Center
01.2010 - 04.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
South Georgia State College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Ben Hill Irwin Technical College
High School Graduate -
Fitzgerald High School;
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