CHRISTINA CHITWOOD
Huntsville Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center
Pioneer,TN
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Registered Nurse with progressive experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, infection prevention, wound management, Hospice, and nursing leadership. Passionate about promoting mental wellness, advocating for vulnerable populations, and delivering compassionate, holistic care. Committed to pursuing advanced practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to address mental health disparities, expand access to quality psychiatric services in rural and underserved communities, and improve the overall well-being of individuals and families across the lifespan.
Work History
RN Supervisor
7 Months- Provide clinical leadership and supervision of nursing staff to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
- Coordinated staffing assignments and daily operations to enhance quality outcomes and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient outcomes, mentored nursing staff, and facilitated professional development initiatives to improve care quality.
- Led quality improvement efforts to strengthen resident safety, achieve clinical excellence, and align with organizational goals.
- Promoted through multiple clinical and leadership positions while providing high-quality patient care in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.
RN Supervisor
2 Years 3 Months- Provide clinical leadership and supervision of nursing staff to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
- Coordinate staffing assignments and daily operations to support quality outcomes and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitor patient outcomes, mentor nursing staff, and support professional development initiatives.
- Lead quality improvement efforts focused on resident safety, clinical excellence, and organizational goals.
- Advanced through multiple clinical and leadership positions while delivering high-quality patient care in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting.
Infection Preventionist / Infection Control Nurse
2 Years 7 Months- Direct infection prevention and surveillance activities throughout the facility.
- Conduct root cause analyses of healthcare-associated infections and implement corrective actions.
- Educate staff on infection prevention standards, evidence-based practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain compliance with NHSN reporting and state and federal guidelines.
- Partner with facility leadership to improve patient safety and quality outcomes.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
9 Months- Provided compassionate, patient-centered hospice care to individuals with terminal illnesses and complex medical needs.
- Conducted comprehensive physical, psychosocial, and spiritual assessments to support individualized end-of-life care planning.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers, chaplains, and interdisciplinary team members to promote comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease progression, symptom management, medications, and available support services.
- Utilized therapeutic communication to support patients and caregivers experiencing grief, anxiety, stress, and emotional distress.
- Coordinated care across multiple settings to ensure continuity of services and timely access to resources.
- Advocated for patient goals of care while fostering meaningful relationships with patients and families during end-of-life transitions.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Wound Care
1 Year- Managed wound care services for residents with acute and chronic wounds.
- Performed comprehensive wound assessments and monitored healing progression.
- Collaborated with wound care specialists and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Educated residents and families on wound care, infection prevention, and skin integrity management.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and treatment records.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Floor Nurse
6 Months- Delivered direct nursing care to residents with complex medical conditions.
- Administered medications, IV therapies, enteral feedings, and specialized treatments.
- Conducted patient assessments and communicated changes in condition to healthcare providers.
- Provided tracheostomy care, catheter management, and ongoing clinical monitoring.
- Supervised Certified Nursing Assistants and coordinated daily resident care.
- Educated patients and families regarding treatment plans and disease management.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Month- Assisted providers with examinations and office procedures.
- Collected patient histories, vital signs, and laboratory specimens.
- Administered injections and medication therapies.
- Performed suture and staple removals.
- Maintained accurate patient documentation and provided patient education.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Anticipated completion date December 2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Skills
Clinical assessment
Nursing documentation
Clinical leadership
Quality improvement
Patient advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Multistate License
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Multistate License
- Intravenous Therapy Certification
- CDC Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Course
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
PSYCHIATRIC & MENTAL HEALTH PREPARATION
- Completed academic and clinical experiences in Mental Health Nursing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication to support patients experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Participated in crisis intervention and patient de-escalation efforts.
- Advocated for holistic care addressing physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support positive mental health outcomes
Timeline
RN Supervisor
Huntsville Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Gentiva Hospice
03.2025 - 12.2025Read More
RN Supervisor
Huntsville Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Infection Preventionist / Infection Control Nurse
Huntsville Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Practical Nurse, Wound Care
Huntsville Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center
03.2022 - 03.2023Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse, Floor Nurse
Huntsville Post Acute and Rehabilitation Center
06.2020 - 12.2020Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Grace Primary Care
12.2017 - 01.2018Read More
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Diploma from Practical Nursing
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Roane State Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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