Heli Patel
Summary
Registered nurse with 8 years of experience in medical-surgical and rehabilitation settings. Proficient in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and post-operative management. Committed to improving patient safety and care quality through effective communication and critical thinking skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HCA Florida Trinity Hospital
Trinity, FL
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed individualized care plans, resulting in optimized patient outcomes.
- Monitored conditions, administered medications, and implemented timely interventions for post-operative patients.
- Delivered evidence-based, patient-centered care in acute inpatient settings, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate high-quality care for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient outcomes and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
- Engaged in continuing professional development to maintain clinical competency and reinforce evidence-based practices.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital
Columbia, SC
04.2022 - 02.2025
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and monitored clinical status to promptly identify condition changes.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and clinical protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to implement tailored care plans.
- Provided post-operative care including pain management, wound care, infection prevention, and mobility support.
- Educated patients and families on medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Maintained accurate EHR documentation to ensure patient safety and continuity of care.
Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing Facility
National Healthcare Corporation, NHC
West Columbia, SC
06.2018 - 06.2023
- Provided comprehensive nursing care in skilled nursing and rehabilitation settings, enhancing patient quality of life for chronic conditions.
- Administered oral, IV, and IM medications while performing patient assessments and monitoring treatment responses.
- Managed post-surgical care, focusing on wound and ostomy management, pain control, and mobility support.
- Coordinated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate EHR documentation, supporting continuity of care and informed treatment decisions.
- Trained patients, families, and nursing staff to promote effective rehabilitation practices and clinical excellence.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN11-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE05-2018
Skills
- Medical-surgical nursing
- Comprehensive patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Acute care management
- Patient-centered care
- Evidence-based practice
- Pain management
- Basic wound care
- Patient safety and quality improvement
- Care coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Electronic health records (EHR)
- Patient and family education
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)-Active, Florida Board of Nursing
License #: RN9681139 | Expires 07/2028 - Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, Expires 06/2028
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Red Cross, Expires 09/2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HCA Florida Trinity Hospital
07.2025 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical
Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital
04.2022 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse - Skilled Nursing Facility
National Healthcare Corporation, NHC
06.2018 - 06.2023
Master of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wilmington University