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Cynthia Wiggins

Robbinsvlle,NC

Summary

RN with extensive experience at Graham Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center, excelling in patient assessment and care plan development. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective team coordination. Skilled in medication administration and infection control, fostering a safe environment for optimal recovery.

Perform and submit assessments that determine reimbursement rates from Medicare and Medicaid.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

RN, MDS Coordinator

Graham Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
08.2022 - Current

Performed assessments on residents that are submitted to Medicare and Medicaid to determine facility reimbursement.

  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
  • Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

RN, Director of Nursing

Graham Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
03.2017 - 08.2022
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

RN, Public Health Nurse I

Gagam County Department of Public Health
08.2014 - 03.2017

-Coordinated Family Planning program ensuring access to Women's care as established and directed by Title X of NC Department of Public Health.

-Coordinator of NC BCCCP Program that gave access to Breast and Cervical care and prevention to under and uninsured women of North Carolina.

-Laboratory manager. Perform venipuncture, quality control of equipment, ensuring appropriate handling of specimens for processing.

-Communicable Disease/ STD coordinator. Working with NC department of communicable disease to monitor and manage reportable diseases in Graham County.

RN

Graham Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
03.2011 - 06.2014
  • Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
  • Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Tri-County Community College
Murphy
05.1998

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning
  • Quality improvement
  • Geriatric care
  • Community health
  • Cultural history
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessment
  • Team coordination
  • Medication administration
  • Patient monitoring
  • Precepting
  • Patient care
  • Physical assessments
  • Staff supervision
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Infection control measures
  • Licensed RN
  • Care plan development
  • Care planning
  • Professional bedside manner
  • HIPAA education
  • EMR / EHR
  • EMR systems
  • Wound care
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Long-term care

Timeline

RN, MDS Coordinator

Graham Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
08.2022 - Current

RN, Director of Nursing

Graham Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
03.2017 - 08.2022

RN, Public Health Nurse I

Gagam County Department of Public Health
08.2014 - 03.2017

RN

Graham Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
03.2011 - 06.2014

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Tri-County Community College