Cindy Shaw Email & Phone Number

Cave Springs, Ar, Us

703 Bendelow Drive, Cave Springs, Ar 72718

Diagnose pregnancy-related illnesses and conduct risk assessments with a focus on antepartum and postpartum care, protecting the health of newborns and empowering women in making informed decisions concerning their bodies.Highlights of accomplishments in this role include:• Led Shaw Midwifery & Wellness, LLC to enhance patient privacy and reduce unnecessary exams, diagnostic tests, and costs by individualizing care based on each woman’s history by 30% and integrating telemedicine for prenatal assessments.• Grew the midwife client base in Arkansas overseeing 60% of the licensed lay midwives clients in Arkansas to boost the standard of midwifery care statewide and secure a position on the Midwifery Advisory Board.• Offered telemedicine services during the 2020-2022 pandemic by providing an alternative to hospital births, enabling safe home births for numerous families, and preventing hospital-induced separations of families during such an important time in their lives.• Expanded service offerings to include weight control, hormone replacement therapy, botox, dermal fillers, and aesthetics to enhance client satisfaction and wellbeing.

Arkansas, United States

Review Nurse Peactitioner documentation to ensure correct ICD 10 coding and requirements are met for billing.

Willow Creek Womens Hospital, Rogers, Ar

Dedicated OB/GYN Nurse Practitioner providing consistent, timely care for every woman presenting to the obstetric emergency department at Willow Creek Women’s Hospital. I reduce delays in emergent OB/GYN care, improve outcomes, reduces wait times and increases patient satisfaction compared to traditional triage models. As an OBHG hospitalist, I offer collaborative, non-competitive support for private-practice physicians.

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Proficiently used technological tools, such as Zoom, GroupMe, and telehealth platforms to standardize provider adaptability and efficiency in patient record management. Streamlined the billing/coding processes and increased reimbursement for the facilities and Integrated Care Professionals' bottom line. Directed the clinical operations of over 100 nurse practitioners across Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Texas, and Alabama to optimize the delivery of Nurse Practitioner care in long-term facilities. Oversaw the orientation, productivity, evaluation, and documentation processes of nurse practitioners by emphasizing the importance of documentation to improve patient care quality, quality measures of facilities, and practitioner success. Established a retention program featuring bonuses, birthday and anniversary recognitions, and an 'Employee of the Month' award to maximize employee morale and obtain lower turnover rates and a more engaged workforce within the organization.

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Founded a home office in Little Rock, Arkansas to deliver initial and 36-week risk assessments to clients of licensed lay midwives from across the state by offering essential prenatal services, that provided an alternative to the Health Department or physician.Decreased the rate of maternal transfer for problems that could be handled with co-management or collaboratively and enhanced maternal care in the home and community. Actively involved in the legislation process to pass Act 607 for the Independent Full Scope Practice of Certified Nurse-Midwives in Arkansas, contributing to a more sustainable practice environment for Nurse Midwives in the state and encouraging retention post-licensure. Concurrently contracted 1099 position with My Health Advantage performing Medicare Wellness Exams for homebound individuals unable to access traditional healthcare due to disabilities and transportation inadequacies.  Conducted medication reconciliation assessments and communicated findings to primary care providers by arranging necessary care, bridging healthcare gaps for the homebound population, while ensuring continuous and comprehensive care to those most at risk.

Little Rock, Ar 72203

Pioneered the delivery of exceptional, attentive care by conducting comprehensive in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage members. Focused on evaluating episodic and chronic conditions in the geriatric population to reduce the risk of hospitalization. Created personalized care plans and service referrals based on thorough health assessments and screenings. Administered lab tests for HbA1c, Microalbuminuria, and Cholesterol, including LDL, HDL, and Triglycerides to attain a holistic view of patient health. Traveled to rural areas in Arkansas to see five to six patients daily to provide vital care to homebound persons with disabilities or travel issues that were members of Humana, Coventry, and Aetna.  Analyzed member demographics, family history, medical conditions, allergies, hospitalization history, and medication evaluations during in-home visits. Maintained the highest standards of patient confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA guidelines by utilizing encrypted iPad assessment tools for secure data transmission.

Talihina, Oklahoma

Provided essential obstetric and critical prenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to women in a small community hospital setting by primarily serving the Indigenous population as a Certified Nurse Midwife. Concentrated on rehabilitating expectant mothers with substance abuse issues to ensure the birth of drug-free babies. Spearheaded a project to offer temporary housing for expectant mothers living far from healthcare facilities, safeguarding timely access to the hospital for labor and delivery. Implemented comprehensive STD and drug testing protocols during initial visits to decrease preterm labor rates and mitigate risks of newborns affected by substance withdrawal. Delivered exceptional physical, mental, and emotional support to over 140 women during their births using the midwifery model of women-led childbirth and watchful waiting, thereby decreasing the C/S rate from 50% to 25 % for the community hospital. Worked in a high-risk environment due to prevalent conditions like diabetes, drugs, and alcoholism among the Indigenous population which often lead to preterm labor, necessitating rapid triage and timely decision-making and coordinating Med Flight transfers to high-acuity care facilities.

Little Rock, Ar 72203

Expedited the delivery of contract nursing coverage for businesses by concentrating on seasonal health screenings for large corporations. Provided clients with printed recommendations for both short/long-term health and wellness improvements based on screening results. Offered a range of biometric screenings, including cholesterol, Hemoglobin A1C, DEXA scan, carotid artery ultrasound, and blood pressure assessments by catering to 50-75 clients per day throughout Arkansas. Conducted mass flu vaccination clinics in auditoriums for three large corporate clients, such as Walmart, Tyson, and JB Hunt. Advanced company’s mission to improve employee health by assuring all temporary nurse practitioners were vaccinated prior to entering the workforce.

Little Rock, Arkansas

Taught Foundations I and II of Nursing, Health Assessment, and Maternal Child Health to equip nursing students with essential skills by integrating theory and clinical knowledge. Transitioned course delivery to an online platform utilizing WebCT format to facilitate uninterrupted learning for students with personal constraints by utilizing digital platforms, ensuring continued education access during challenging circumstances.  Oversaw over 1K nursing students in clinical, theory, and research rotations to amplify practical skills and research capabilities by providing guidance and support in real-world settings. Participated in curriculum development to decrease the attrition rate by 7% by revising course content and instructional methods, leading to increased student retention and satisfaction. Enhanced the training of 160-200 BSN students annually in antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, NICU, and newborn care by merging didactic theory with practical applications in actual and virtual learning environments.  Received the Excellence in Clinical Teaching Award and conducted extensive research in women's health, by collaborating with faculty members and integrating research into teaching.

Master'S Degree, Nursing Science

Activities and Societies: Summa cum laude

Certified Nurse Midwife, Midwifery

Bachelor Of Science, Nursing

Activities and Societies: Sigma Theta Tau National Honor Society of Nursing Summa cum laude Barton scholarship