Marisa Helkenn
17448 416th Ave. Raymond,SD
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
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Prairie Lakes Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients that are antepartum, in labor, during delivery, and postpartum.
Nurse
South Dakota Developmental Center
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Provided feedings and medications for people with gastrostomy throughout the day.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Remained calm during high-stress situations and problem-solving in real-time.
- Collected blood and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Documented nursing services provided in an electronic charting system
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Took care of diabetics by checking their blood glucose levels and treating them with insulin ordered by their provider.
- Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Physical Therapist Assistant
South Dakota Developmental Center
04.2018 - 08.2019
- Implemented individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability written by the Physical Therapist.
- Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
- Selected modalities tailored to patient needs such as hot and cold packs, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
- Utilized aquatic therapy treatments for patients with orthopedic and neurological conditions.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
- Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
Education
Bachelor of Science - RN, BSN
Dakota Wesleyan University
Mitchell, SD12.2022
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Lake Area Technical Institute
Watertown, SD07.2019
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Lake Area Technical Institute
Watertown, SD07.2017
High School Diploma -
Webster Area High School
Webster, SD05.2014
Skills
- Patient Care
- Personal Care Needs
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Insulin Medication Assistance
- Medication Administration
- Seizure Management
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Mental Health Care
References
- Taylor Jessen, CMA: 605-380-2282, taylor.jessen@state.sd.us
- Bree Evans, CMA: 605-351-6432, bree.evans@state.sd.us
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Prairie Lakes Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Nurse
South Dakota Developmental Center
08.2019 - 05.2023
Physical Therapist Assistant
South Dakota Developmental Center
04.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - RN, BSN
Dakota Wesleyan University
Associate of Science - Licensed Practical Nurse
Lake Area Technical Institute
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
Lake Area Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Webster Area High School
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