Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
professional and volunteer organizations
certifications
references
Timeline
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Kelly Helm

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environments. 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

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

RN, Hospice Admissions

Hope Healthcare
05.2022 - Current
  • Perform initial comprehensive admission assessment visit to assess and evaluate patients, initiating referrals for additional services as needed to obtain the highest quality outcomes for client.
  • Establish and update the care plan and goals, in collaboration with the IDG, patient and family.
  • Complete all documentation for admission including Oasis HIS Assessment then present to the nursing supervisors for assignment to nursing staff.
  • Strengthen patient satisfaction through effective communication, initial education, and empathy.

RN, Home Health Case Manager

Lee Health
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assess and chart observations of the patient's condition at each visit
  • Provide education to patients and families on proper home health care procedures and strategies
  • Complete evaluation tasks, including reviewing medication and vital signs
  • Case manage and coordinate care for up to 15 patients.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.

RN, Cape Coral Hospital

Lee Health
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Provide care for post-surgical patients including wound care, pain control, and accurate and safe medication administration
  • Conduct daily assessments of assigned patients, maintain comprehensive records of observations of patient conditions
  • Preceptor for nursing school students and newly hired registered nurses.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.

Education

No Degree - General Studies

University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI

Associate of Science - School of Nursing

Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL
05.2019

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL
08.2017

Skills

  • Geriatric Care
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Community Health
  • Basic Life Support
  • Quality Improvement
  • Critical Thinking
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Patient Assessment
  • Case Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Medication Administration
  • Time Management
  • Pain Management
  • Patient Education
  • Infection Control
  • Precepting
  • Care Planning
  • Maintaining Privacy
  • Palliative Care Awareness
  • Hospice and Palliative Care

Awards

  • DAISY Award Nomination – Runner-Up, Cape Coral Hospital, 02/2022
  • Lynne Davis Nightingale Compassionate Caring Award, 05/2019


professional and volunteer organizations

  • Preceptor, Hope Healthcare, 12/2023 - Present
  • Unit Practice Council Chair, 2 West Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Unit, Cape Coral Hospital, 10/2020, 10/2021
  • Safety Coach, Cape Coral Hospital, 12/2019, 10/2021
  • Clinical Coach, Cape Coral Hospital, 08/2020, 10/2021
  • Student Nursing Association, Florida Southwestern State College Charlotte Chapter, 2017, 2019

certifications

  • FL Compact Registered Nurse License #9518763, renewal 04/2025
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support certified, renewal 06/2024

references

  • Dr. Wui Chien, Hope Healthcare - (239) 478-4297
  • Elizabeth French, APRN, Hope Healthcare - (239) 209-2309
  • Pamela Shenberger, RN, Hope Healthcare, Preceptor - (239) 703-5753
  • Andrea Cahill, Friend, Sales Director - (239) 990-7812

Timeline

RN, Hospice Admissions

Hope Healthcare
05.2022 - Current

RN, Home Health Case Manager

Lee Health
10.2021 - 05.2022

RN, Cape Coral Hospital

Lee Health
10.2019 - 10.2021

No Degree - General Studies

University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire

Associate of Science - School of Nursing

Florida SouthWestern State College

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Florida SouthWestern State College

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