Delynn Fitch
Shelby
Summary
To work as a PRN registered nurse for Hospice Cleveland County
Experienced disability support professional prepared for this role. Proven track record in developing and implementing effective support plans. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs. Expertise in case management, advocacy, and compliance with regulations. Compassionate and effective communicator with strong problem-solving skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Coordinator
Daimler Truck
12.2022 - 10.2025
- Assist employees with management of their short-term and long-term disability and FMLA claims as appropriate.
- Provide support for employees employed less than 1 year with unpaid medical leave claims.
- Advocate for employees and prospective employees with disabilities to assure that accommodations are provided as appropriate.
RN Staff Nurse
Premise Health/Legacy Care Here
12.2018 - 12.2022
- Care for Employees with work injuries in the medical office at DTNA Gastonia and transfer those who need more care to the urgent care or the hospital for further treatment.
- Stabilize employees with personal medical conditions so they can be transported to the hospital.
- Update STD, LTD and FMLA claims to spread sheets for DTNA.
- Claim management of WC claims.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Monitored patient vitals, identifying changes that required immediate attention.
Admissions Nurse
Hospice Cleveland County
03.2008 - 11.2018
- Assessed referred patients for admission to hospice services, and completed admissions as appropriate.
- Liaison Nurse for Hospice at Atrium Health, Cleveland.
- Assistant Director of Nursing for Home Care.
- Assisted Director of Nursing in leading the department with direct supervision of CNA’s.
- Home Care case manager
- Responsible for the care management of from 10 – 18 Hospice home care patients.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine eligibility for hospice services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients and families.
- Educated patients and caregivers on end-of-life care options and hospice benefits.
- Coordinated admission processes, ensuring timely access to hospice services for patients in need.
- Monitored patient conditions, adjusting care plans based on evolving needs or changes in status.
- Mentored new nursing staff on admission protocols and compassionate care practices.
- Advocated for patients' rights and preferences within multidisciplinary team discussions and decisions.
- Obtained NC compact RN license, and current American Heart Association CPR certification.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in nursing and healthcare administration.
- Provided physicians and other medical personnel with patient assessment details and answered patient care-related questions.
- Effectively communicated with patients, families, and staff members to address concerns or questions related to the admissions process.
Staff RN
Cleveland Regional Medical Center
08.2005 - 10.2007
- Responsible for admissions, moderate sedation, and recovery of endoscopy patients.
PRN LPN floor nurse
Cleveland Pines Nursing Center
08.1999 - 08.2005
LPN
Internal Medicine of Cleveland County
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Prepared patients to be seen by the doctors. Coordinated care for patients including vital signs, lab work, and calling meditations in to pharmacies.
- Dr. Don Miller, Dr. Ian Stamp
Education
Associate of Science - Foothills Nursing Consortium
Cleveland Community College
Shelby, NC01.2005
LPN graduate - Licensed Practical Nursing
Cleveland Community College
Shelby, NC05-1999
Skills
- Competent care of patients in my care
- Provide support to patients in my care
- Provide compassionate support for family members of patients
- Manage care/medications as ordered by providers
- Disability claims management
- FMLA administration
- Employee advocacy
- Case management
- Worker's compensation claims
- Disability knowledge
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
Certification
- Licensed RN Permanent License #203173 10/31/26
- BLS, American Heart Association - 10/2027
- Certified Leave Management Specialist 5/6/24 -5/6/26
- Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse - expired
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Music
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Attending the Theater
Timeline
Disability Coordinator
Daimler Truck
12.2022 - 10.2025
RN Staff Nurse
Premise Health/Legacy Care Here
12.2018 - 12.2022
Admissions Nurse
Hospice Cleveland County
03.2008 - 11.2018
Staff RN
Cleveland Regional Medical Center
08.2005 - 10.2007
LPN
Internal Medicine of Cleveland County
01.2000 - 01.2003
PRN LPN floor nurse
Cleveland Pines Nursing Center
08.1999 - 08.2005
Associate of Science - Foothills Nursing Consortium
Cleveland Community College
LPN graduate - Licensed Practical Nursing
Cleveland Community College