Jessica Helfer
Greenvile,SC
Summary
- RN, MSN, FNP-C
- Certified Family Nurse Practitioner adept at completing age-appropriate examinations, ordering diagnostic labs, and developing individualized patient-centered treatment plans in both acute and chronic illnesses.
- Committed to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice and professional development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
Urgent Care Group, LLC
02.2025 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
Registered Nurse, Surgical-Transplant ICU
Aya Healthcare
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Registered Nurse, Critical Care IRP
Prisma Health Upstate
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Provided patient care in all critical care units within the eight upstate Prisma facilities.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Aya Healthcare
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided direct patient care in a CVICU setting, including assessments, vital sign monitoring, medication administration and documentation.
- Coordinated post-operative care of high-risk surgical patients in the ICU setting.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse, Progressive ICU
Aya Healthcare
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
Registered Nurse, COVID ICU
Aya Healthcare
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Supported the development of new ICU practices through research-based evidence.
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Ruby Memorial Hospital
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters such as blood pressure, heart rate, pulmonary artery wedge pressure and cardiac output during critical care procedures.
- Initiated advanced life support measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation or defibrillation when indicated.
- Managed high acuity patient devices including LVADs, ECMO, IABP, and Impellas.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Liberty University
West Liberty, WV12-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
West Virginia University
05-2009
Skills
- Critical Care
- Family Centered Care
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Quality Improvement
- Chronic disease management
- Patient education
- End-of-life care
- Health promotion
Certification
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Board Certification (2024- Present)
- South Carolina Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License, SC #29781 (2024- Present)
- South Carolina Controlled Substance License (2025- Present)
- Drug Enforcement Administration, License (2025- Present)
- Registered Nurse, Multi-State License (2020- Present)
- National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (2025- Present)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (2020- Present)
- Basic Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (2004- Present)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHHS) Certification (2020- Present)
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
Urgent Care Group, LLC
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Surgical-Transplant ICU
Aya Healthcare
10.2024 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse, Progressive ICU
Aya Healthcare
07.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Critical Care IRP
Prisma Health Upstate
04.2023 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Aya Healthcare
01.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse, COVID ICU
Aya Healthcare
12.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular ICU
Ruby Memorial Hospital
02.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
West Virginia University
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University of Saint Louis
Professional Membership
American Association of Nurse Practitioners (2024 - present)
Education and Training
Heather Miller Scholar Recipient (2019)
Promise Scholar Recipient (2005-2009)
References
References available upon request.
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