CYNTHIA MUGABI
Ashburn
Summary
Highly accomplished Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) for Memory Care and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with 5 years of progressive experience in senior living and long-term care. Expertise in clinical leadership, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and specialized chronic care management for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Proven ability to mentor staff, ensure patient-first communication, and leverage foundational administrative skills (from prior HR experience) to excel in nursing leadership.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), Memory Care
IntegraCare - Hunters Woods Senior Living LLC
Virginia
10.2025 - Current
- Operational & Clinical Oversight: Provide daily administrative and clinical management for the Memory Care unit, ensuring adherence to state regulations and facility policies for specialized dementia care.
- Staff Leadership & Mentorship: Serve as a clinical resource and leader for LPNs and CNAs, developing staff competency and optimizing staffing assignments to meet resident needs and enhance service quality.
- Quality Improvement: Collaborate with the Director of Nursing (DON) on implementing Quality Assurance (QA) protocols, focusing on reducing readmissions, minimizing falls, and improving quality of life indicators specific to memory care.
- Family & Regulatory Liaison: Act as the primary clinical liaison for residents’ families and regulatory bodies, managing concerns and ensuring transparent communication regarding care plans and clinical status.
- Promotion to Leadership
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
IntegraCare - Hunters Woods Senior Living LLC
Virginia
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Clinical Intervention: Proactively monitored and assessed patients' physical and mental well-being, promptly reporting needs and sudden changes in condition to Registered Nurses (RNs) and physicians to ensure timely intervention.
- Medication and Treatment Administration: Verified and administered all medication via prescribed routes, monitored therapeutic and adverse effects, and conducted regular wound care per physician instructions.
- Communication & Education: Facilitated effective communication with medical providers and explained treatments and procedures clearly to patients and their families to promote adherence and understanding.
- Documentation: Maintained meticulous patient records, including monitoring and recording daily vital signs and tracking daily weight to support accurate nutritional and fluid status assessment.
Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
IntegraCare - Hunters Woods Senior Living LLC
Virginia
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Medication Management: Dispensed oral, inhalation, and topical medications under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Responsible for calculating medication dosages and maintaining the medication cart.
- Assessment & Safety: Measured and assessed patient vital signs prior to medication administration; proactively observed patients for potential drug reactions and promptly reported any concerns to the supervising nurse.
- Care Support: Assisted the licensed nurse in providing comprehensive care to clients, focusing on observation and accurate reporting of client needs.
Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) & Private Caregiver
Multiple Agencies (ConnectRN, Griswold Home Care, Visiting Angels)
04.2020 - 12.2021
- One-on-One Acuity Care: Provided highly personalized, one-on-one care for a stroke patient in a home setting, including assisting with mobility, daily activities, and reinforcing speech and physical therapy exercises.
- Foundational Care: Assisted residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, feeding, and dressing, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and dignified environment.
- Monitoring: Monitored changes in patient behaviors and progress, reporting critical information to the nursing team. Accompanied and assisted patients during hospital visits.
- Recognition: Recipient of the 'Caregiver of the Month' award (April 2021 & June 2021) for outstanding performance, interpersonal skills, and commitment to service.
Human Resource Administrative Officer
Mota-Engil Africa
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed HR administration for over 800 employees, including maintaining personnel records, managing recruitment tasks, and handling employee/partner queries. Supported payroll by processing timesheets and tracking leave. (Demonstrates organizational and high-volume administrative capacity)
Sales Manager & Front Desk Administrator
PowerMet Uganda Ltd & Office Burundi Research
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Demonstrated strong communication, prioritization, and professional administrative skills while managing client services, conducting bookkeeping, and screening candidates for interviews. (Demonstrates communication and professional agility)
Education
Ultimate Health School (LPN) -
Ultimate Health School
Virginia01.2023
Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) - undefined
St. Lawrence University
01.2015
Skills
- Leadership & Administration
- Clinical Skills
- Communication & Technical
- Clinical Leadership & Oversight
- Medication Administration (LPN/RMA)
- Multilingual: Fluent in French, English, & Swahili
- Regulatory Compliance (State/Federal)
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Team Leadership & Mentoring
- Wound Care Management
- SAP (Systems, Applications, Products)
- Conflict Resolution & Triage
- Catheter Insertion & Care (Routine)
- Microsoft Excel
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Infection Control Protocols
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), State of Virginia (Active License #0002104362)
- Registered Medication Aide (RMA), Virginia Board of Nurse Registry (Certified 2020)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Virginia Board of Nurse Registry (Certified 2020)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (Current)
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), Memory Care
IntegraCare - Hunters Woods Senior Living LLC
10.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
IntegraCare - Hunters Woods Senior Living LLC
09.2023 - 09.2025
Certified Medication Aide (CMA)
IntegraCare - Hunters Woods Senior Living LLC
01.2022 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) & Private Caregiver
Multiple Agencies (ConnectRN, Griswold Home Care, Visiting Angels)
04.2020 - 12.2021
Human Resource Administrative Officer
Mota-Engil Africa
01.2017 - 01.2019
Sales Manager & Front Desk Administrator
PowerMet Uganda Ltd & Office Burundi Research
01.2014 - 01.2017
Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) - undefined
St. Lawrence University
Ultimate Health School (LPN) -
Ultimate Health School