Candice Wiggins
Dublin,GA
Summary
Registered Nursing professional with strong leadership skills and comprehensive understanding of patient care management. Proven track record in team collaboration and adaptable to changing healthcare environments. Expertise in clinical operations, staff development, and patient advocacy. Strong focus on achieving optimal health outcomes and maintaining high standards in care delivery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Manager
Scott Health and Rehabilitation
06.2025 - Current
- Led nursing staff to enhance patient care standards and operational efficiency.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new nurses to ensure compliance with best practices.
- Streamlined patient admission processes, improving overall workflow and reducing wait times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish patient-centered care plans and improve outcomes.
- Monitored quality assurance metrics, identifying areas for improvement in clinical practices.
- Resolved complex patient issues through effective communication and problem-solving strategies.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote career growth.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent in the nursing field while ensuring a diverse workforce that reflected the communities served by our healthcare facility.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with state and federal laws through meticulous documentation, staff training, and policy implementation.
- Successfully managed crisis situations through rapid assessment, decisive action, and expert coordination of emergency response efforts.
- Optimized nursing staff performance by providing ongoing professional development opportunities, mentoring, and feedback sessions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices by attending conferences, workshops, and continuing education courses relevant to nurse management roles.
RN Supervisor
Chaplinwood/Community Health of Ga
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and quality care standards.
- Coordinated patient care activities, optimizing workflow and enhancing team collaboration.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and improving patient outcomes.
- Implemented staff training programs, increasing operational efficiency and knowledge retention.
- Evaluated patient care plans, promoting evidence-based practices for improved health results.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability and compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted performance reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance team performance.
- Led quality assurance initiatives, identifying areas for improvement in patient care processes.
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.
- Cultivated an atmosphere of teamwork and open communication among staff members, resulting in a more cohesive work environment and greater job satisfaction for the nursing team.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Assist Healthcare Staffing-Agency
10.2020 - 08.2025
- Sub-contractor for different facilities needing agency staffing.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans based on individual needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Trained new staff on best practices and compliance standards.
- Implemented infection control procedures, ensuring a safe environment for patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Enhabit Home Health and Hospice
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Managed a caseload of 15 patients, coordinating and overseeing their healthcare needs
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring continuity of care
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' medical conditions, identifying appropriate interventions and treatments
- Monitored patient progress and outcomes, adjusting care plans as necessary to optimize health outcomes
- Provided education and support to patients and their families regarding disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications
- Advocated for patients' rights and ensured they received appropriate resources and services
- Coordinated referrals to specialists, ancillary services, and community resources based on individual patient needs
- Utilized electronic health records (EHR) systems to document patient information accurately and efficiently
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Cornerstone Medical Staffing Agency
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient treatment and improve health services.
- Educated patients and families on healthcare practices and post-discharge instructions.
- Conducted routine checks on vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff review.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety and reduce hospital-acquired infections.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in patient care and nursing procedures.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Eastman Healthcare and Rehab
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans based on individual needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Trained new staff on best practices and compliance standards.
- Implemented infection control procedures, ensuring a safe environment for patients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Dublin, GA07.2024
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Dublin, GA12-2019
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Heart of Georgia Technical College
Dublin, GA09-2004
Skills
- Advanced computer proficiency
- Medical records management
- Palliative care expertise
- Proficient in administrative tasks
- Experienced in CPR and first aid
- Medication administration expertise
- Infection prevention training
- Nursing administration
- Proficient in wound assessment and treatment
- Geriatrics
- Systematic patient assessment
- Case Management
- Nursing team leadership
- Individualized care strategies
- Clinical leadership
Timeline
Registered Nurse Manager
Scott Health and Rehabilitation
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Enhabit Home Health and Hospice
02.2025 - 04.2025
RN Supervisor
Chaplinwood/Community Health of Ga
09.2024 - 10.2025
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Cornerstone Medical Staffing Agency
01.2021 - 01.2024
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Assist Healthcare Staffing-Agency
10.2020 - 08.2025
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Eastman Healthcare and Rehab
04.2020 - 12.2020
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Heart of Georgia Technical College