CYNTHIA VAUGHAN
Snellville,GA
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Instructor with 10+ years of nursing experience and over 30 years in healthcare, delivering high-quality patient care across primary care, urgent care, and medical-surgical settings. Skilled in clinical instruction, patient management, and evidence-based practice. Proven ability to improve patient outcomes, lead interdisciplinary teams, and educate future nurses. Adaptable, solutions-driven, and committed to excellence in patient care and clinical education.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner (Part-Time)
True Care Physician
04.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive patient care in a primary/urgent care setting (customize if needed)
- Assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic conditions
- Perform minor procedures and manage follow-up care
Adjunct Clinical Instructor (Part-Time)
Chamberlain University
07.2024 - Current
- Provide hands-on clinical instruction to nursing students in medical-surgical and mental health settings
- Supervise and evaluate student performance in clinical environments
- Conduct pre/post conferences and reinforce evidence-based practice
Family Nurse Practitioner (Part-Time)
Integrated Health & Wellness Solution
10.2023 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive care to 15–20 patients daily in primary and urgent care settings
- Perform procedures including suturing, abscess drainage, injections, and physical exams
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions using evidence-based guidelines
- Improve patient outcomes through consistent follow-up and care plan adjustments
Adjunct Clinical Instructor (Part-Time)
Herzing University
05.2019 - 01.2024
- Instructed and supervised 6–8 nursing students in clinical rotations
- Evaluated competencies and maintained academic records
- Taught medical-surgical and mental health nursing concepts
Adjunct Clinical Instructor (Part-Time)
University of North Georgia
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided clinical instruction in medical-surgical and cardiac care units
- Supervised and evaluated student clinical performance
Registered Nurse (PRN)
Gwinnett Medical Center
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Delivered post-operative care and monitored patients during anesthesia recovery
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe patient outcomes
Charge Registered Nurse
DeKalb Medical Center
01.2015 - 08.2016
- Led nursing teams and coordinated patient care delivery
- Managed acute patient conditions and emergency interventions
- Mentored and trained new nursing staff
Telephonic Nurse / Health Coach
UnitedHealthcare
05.2013 - 05.2015
- Provided telehealth support and chronic disease management for Medicaid patients
- Educated patients on self-care, treatment plans, and disease prevention
Registered Nurse
Embracing Hospice
01.2011 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse
Eastside Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse
APS Healthcare
01.2007 - 01.2010
Registered Nurse
Grady Health System
01.2003 - 01.2009
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
01-2021
Master of Health Services Administration - undefined
Strayer University
01-2011
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Florida Atlantic University
01-2002
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
Broward College
01-2000
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Diagnosis
- Primary & Urgent Care
- Clinical Instruction & Student Evaluation
- Treatment Planning & Care Coordination
- Diagnostic Interpretation
- Procedures (suturing, I&D, injections, splinting)
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Education & Discharge Planning
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified (ANCC)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner (Part-Time)
True Care Physician
04.2025 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Instructor (Part-Time)
Chamberlain University
07.2024 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner (Part-Time)
Integrated Health & Wellness Solution
10.2023 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Instructor (Part-Time)
University of North Georgia
08.2019 - 01.2021
Adjunct Clinical Instructor (Part-Time)
Herzing University
05.2019 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse (PRN)
Gwinnett Medical Center
05.2015 - 08.2016
Charge Registered Nurse
DeKalb Medical Center
01.2015 - 08.2016
Telephonic Nurse / Health Coach
UnitedHealthcare
05.2013 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse
Embracing Hospice
01.2011 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse
Eastside Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse
APS Healthcare
01.2007 - 01.2010
Registered Nurse
Grady Health System
01.2003 - 01.2009
Master of Health Services Administration - undefined
Strayer University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Florida Atlantic University
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
Broward College
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University