CYNTHIA WHITE
Castlewood,Virginia
Summary
Experienced healthcare and education professional with a background as a Registered Nurse and current role as a Special Education Teacher. Expertise in individualized planning, behavioral support, and effective special education strategies. Proven ability to create positive learning environments, foster parent-teacher relationships, and manage Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to enhance student success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Russell County Public Schools
Castlewood, Virginia
01.2016 - Current
- Developed and implemented Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to address unique student needs and promote academic growth
- Adapted curriculum to support diverse learning and behavioral needs, ensuring accessibility and engagement for all students
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and administrators to create a cohesive support system for students with special needs
- Promote a structured, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
- Monitored adherence to state and federal regulations in education
Mental Health Nurse
Southwest Virginia Mental Health Institute
Marion, Virginia
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Evaluated patients' mental status and behavioral conditions to inform targeted treatment strategies
- Administered psychiatric medications and monitored effectiveness
- Partnered with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective treatment plans, improving patient outcomes
- Ensured patient safety and implemented crisis intervention
- Delivered comprehensive psychiatric nursing care in inpatient mental health facility, enhancing patient well-being
Psychiatric Nurse
Clearview Psychiatric
Lebanon, Virginia
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Provided comprehensive care to patients with acute mental health conditions, focusing on stabilization and recovery
- Supported treatment planning and monitored patient progress to enhance individualized care
- Ensured accurate behavioral and clinical documentation to facilitate effective communication among healthcare providers
Psychiatric Home Health Nurse
Helping Hands Home Health Care
Richlands, Virginia
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Delivered in-home mental health care and support to enhance patient well-being
- Supported patients in medication management and coping strategies to promote recovery
- Coordinated care with providers and families to ensure comprehensive treatment
Mental Health Nurse
Indian Path Pavillion
Kingsport, Tennessee
01.2007 - 12.2007
- Assessed patient mental health needs through comprehensive evaluations and interviews.
- Provided individualized psychiatric care aligned with treatment plans to enhance patient well-being
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Assessed and documented patient progress and behavioral health status to inform ongoing care strategies
- Provided crisis intervention and support during acute psychiatric episodes.
Float Nurse (Hospital)
Indian Path Medical Center
Kingsport, Tennessee
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Delivered patient care across multiple hospital units, ensuring continuity and quality of treatment
- Administered medications and treatments to diverse patient populations across multiple units.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Adjusted to diverse clinical settings and patient needs, enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Home Health Nurse
Intrepid Home Health
Abingdon, Virginia
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Provided comprehensive in-home patient care and assessments to enhance patient well-being
- Designed and executed individualized care plans to address specific patient needs
- Delivered personalized care to patients in their homes.
- Administered medications following prescribed treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient services.
Medical/Surgical Nurse
Clinch Valley Medical Center
Richlands, Virginia
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced medical surgical unit.
- Administered medications, IV therapy, and wound care to patients, supporting their healing process in a healthcare environment.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Cared for post-operative and acutely ill patients, ensuring timely recovery and comfort in clinical setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care plans.
Education
BA - Special Education K-12
UVA At Wise
Wise, VaAAS - Nursing, RN
SWVCC
Richlands, VaSkills
- Special education strategies
- Positive behavior support
- Student support planning
- Assessment strategies
- Patient assessment
- Student case coordination
- Documentation compliance
- Assistive technology use
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Interpersonal skills
- Autism spectrum
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Regulatory compliance
- Ethical decision making
Certification
- Teaching License (Virginia)
- Nursing License (Virginia Compact)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Virginia
- Compact, Virginia
- Board of Education, Special Education K-12, Biology Certified, Physical Science Certified
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Russell County Public Schools
01.2016 - Current
Mental Health Nurse
Southwest Virginia Mental Health Institute
01.2010 - 01.2015
Psychiatric Nurse
Clearview Psychiatric
01.2009 - 12.2009
Psychiatric Home Health Nurse
Helping Hands Home Health Care
01.2008 - 12.2008
Mental Health Nurse
Indian Path Pavillion
01.2007 - 12.2007
Float Nurse (Hospital)
Indian Path Medical Center
01.2006 - 12.2007
Home Health Nurse
Intrepid Home Health
01.2004 - 01.2006
Medical/Surgical Nurse
Clinch Valley Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
BA - Special Education K-12
UVA At Wise
AAS - Nursing, RN
SWVCC