Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Jennifer Helm

Castalian Springs

Summary

Motivated and compassionate nursing student with hands-on experience as a Student Nurse Extern in the Emergency Department at Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital. Committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care while building strong foundational clinical skills. Proven ability to balance academic excellence with professional responsibilities, demonstrating a strong work ethic, adaptability, and dedication to improving patient outcomes. Eager to grow within the nursing field and contribute to a collaborative healthcare team.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Nurse Extern, Emergency Department

Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital
Lebanon
05.2025 - Current
  • Provide direct care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.
  • Pursue every opportunity to learn new skills.
  • Respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations in accordance with established protocols.

Patient Care Technician

Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital
Lebanon
05.2024 - Current
  • Float Pool
  • Provide direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members
  • Work effectively in team environments
  • Manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail

Full-Time Mom

Self-employeed
Castalian Springs, TN
06.2009 - Current
  • Manage schedules, transportation, and activities for three children
  • Budget and manage household expenses
  • Coordinated 1000+ school pickups without a single late arrival
  • Attended every ballgame (rain or shine), recital, ceremony, and life milestone

President, Parent Teacher Organization

Union Elementary STEAM School
Gallatin
06.2019 - 05.2022
  • Led a team of board members and volunteers in planning school-wide events and fundraising initiatives
  • Managed an annual budget of $100,000+, allocating funds to academic programs and improvements
  • Coordinated meetings, worked with administration, and facilitated communication with parents and staff
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to nonprofit organizations

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN
12-2025

Bachelor of Arts - English

Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN
12-1999

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Patient care
  • Medical documentation
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Self motivation

Accomplishments

  • Vice President, Class of 2025 (Cumberland University School of Nursing, December Cohort)
  • Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society
  • Dean's List
  • Vanderbilt Nurse Scholars Program
  • Cause for Applause recognition, VWCH
  • Jeanette C. Rudy Scholarship Recipient
  • McClain Sisters Scholarship Recipient
  • Lettie Pate Whitehead Scholarship Recipient
  • National Student Nurse's Association

Certification

  • BLS
  • Stop the Bleed

Timeline

Student Nurse Extern, Emergency Department

Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital
05.2025 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital
05.2024 - Current

President, Parent Teacher Organization

Union Elementary STEAM School
06.2019 - 05.2022

Full-Time Mom

Self-employeed
06.2009 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Cumberland University

Bachelor of Arts - English

Lipscomb University
Jennifer Helm