Jason Helgesen
Marina
Summary
Dynamic Lead Charge Nurse at CHOMP with expertise in patient assessment and emergency response. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective resource management and team collaboration. Advocated for patient needs while promoting evidence-based practices, achieving departmental goals and fostering a positive work environment. Committed to quality assurance and staff development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Charge Nurse
CHOMP
Monterey
07.2008 - Current
- Manage night shift workflows- admissions, discharges, nursing assignments, mentorship of colleagues.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Solicited medical history information from patients to provide best and most effective medical advice.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Promoted evidence-based practice initiatives throughout the organization by actively engaging in research projects.
- Monitored the delivery of quality patient care services, resolving any issues promptly.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Participated in the development and implementation of organizational goals and objectives related to patient safety initiatives.
- Ensured adequate staffing levels through effective scheduling of personnel.
- Identified areas for improvement within the department and recommended changes accordingly.
- Assisted in recruitment, selection, orientation, evaluation, and disciplinary action of nursing personnel.
- Acted as a liaison between administration and nursing staff, addressing questions or concerns in a timely manner.
- Provided leadership guidance to nursing staff during times of crisis or emergency situations.
- Attended regular meetings with senior management teams to provide updates on progress made within the department.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Facilitated communication between departments while addressing interdisciplinary concerns regarding patient care needs.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members while maintaining a positive working relationship with all employees.
- Provided oversight and direction to nursing staff, ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Maintained accurate documentation related to patient care activities, as well as professional development activities for nurses under my supervision.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Illinois City, IL05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Illinois City, IL05-2016
Nursing Science
Maurine Church Coburn School of Nursing
Monterey, CA05-2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey, CA06-2003
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Resource management
- Quality assurance
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Staff scheduling
- Patient advocacy
- Evidence-based practice
Certification
- CCRN
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
Unit Practice Council
- Involved in our ICU Unit Practice Council since 2022
- Currently cochair
Rapid Response/Code Blue Committee
- Currently involved with hospital wide RRT/Code Comittee
Daisy Award Committee
- Prior committee member for our hospital Daisy Award Program
Timeline
Lead Charge Nurse
CHOMP
07.2008 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Nursing Science
Maurine Church Coburn School of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Monterey Peninsula College
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