Cynthia Bullins
Yadkinville,NC
Summary
Dedicated RN with extensive experience in Case Management/Staff Nurse at Mountain Valley Hospice, specializing in compassionate care and case management with a hospice and palliative care population. Proven ability to enhance Quality patient outcomes through end of life with effective care planning and patient/family education. Skilled in medication administration, wound care and committed to advocating for patients' needs while ensuring adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Duty Nurse/caregiver
JE & Carol Jean Southard
Yadkinville, NC
08.2023 - 02.2026
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored/documented patients' vital signs, progress/changes in a daily log and reported changes to appropriate family members.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and personalized care in a private setting.
- Prevented complications by closely monitoring high-risk patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, end stage COPD and heart disease.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and family.
Private Duty Nurse/Caregiver
Joan Pardue
Yadkinville, NC
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Administered medications and treatments according to physicians, documented daily visit notes, changes in patient conditions, reporting as needed to appropriate family members.
- Provided compassionate care for patient resulting in positive feedback from family.
- Assisted patient with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize injury risk to patient,
RN Care Coordinator
Piedmont HealthCare
Statesville, NC
04.2017 - 06.2022
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring alignment with healthcare goals and resources.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance service delivery.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on clinical assessments and feedback.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, fostering informed decision-making.
- Conducted regular assessments and advocated for patient needs within healthcare system, ensuring access to necessary services and resources.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams for seamless transitions of care across settings.
RN Staff Nurse (Woltz and SECU)
Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care
Mount Airy, NC
08.2013 - 04.2017
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with patient care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and develop individualized care strategies,
- Utilized electronic health records systems to document patient progress accurately and efficiently.
- Advocated for patient rights and preferences, ensuring compassionate end-of-life care in alignment with ethical standards.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans to enhance patient’s quality of life as disease allowed through end of life,
- Devised customized interventions addressing physical, emotional, social, spiritual aspects of each patient''s well-being while adhering to professional ethics guidelines.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis of disease progression, providing empathetic support through end of life,
RN Case Manager (Yadkin Office)
Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care
Mount Airy, NC
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Coordinated individualized care plans for patients with complex health needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Assessed patient conditions to identify needs and develop tailored interventions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and treatment options, provided teaching and empathic support for end of life care.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on evolving health status.
- Advocated for patient rights and access to necessary resources within the healthcare system.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
- Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs, revising care plans when required.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Surry Community College
Dobson, NC05.2010
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate care
- Patient & family education
- Care Coordination & Care Planning
- Medication administration
- Hospice and palliative care
- Case management
- Nursing process
- Infection control measures
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Attention to detail
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
Held a CHPN certification while employed with MVHPC and a CCM certification while employed with PHC.
Timeline
Private Duty Nurse/caregiver
JE & Carol Jean Southard
08.2023 - 02.2026
Private Duty Nurse/Caregiver
Joan Pardue
07.2022 - 07.2023
RN Care Coordinator
Piedmont HealthCare
04.2017 - 06.2022
RN Staff Nurse (Woltz and SECU)
Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care
08.2013 - 04.2017
RN Case Manager (Yadkin Office)
Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care
01.2011 - 08.2013
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Surry Community College