Heather Ratcliffe, LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse
Assistant Healthcare Coordinator
Engagement Center for Creative Aging
Blacksburg, VA 24061

Heather Ratcliffe is a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Assistant Healthcare Coordinator at the Engagement Center for Creative Aging in Blacksburg, Virginia. With over a decade of experience in hands-on, compassionate care, Heather is committed to supporting participants and their families with empathy, respect, and unwavering dedication. Her work brings her genuine fulfillment as she positively impacts the lives of those she serves.

In her role as a Lead Nurse, Heather has trained and mentored fellow nursing staff, ensuring high standards of clinical practice and compassionate patient care. Her leadership reflects a commitment not only to excellent patient outcomes but also to the professional growth and development of her colleagues. Prior to her current role, she gained extensive experience at Lewis Gale Physicians, further honing her clinical skills and expertise in patient care.

Family is central to Heather’s life. She is a proud mother of five children—four daughters and a son—and enjoys cheering on her daughters at softball games. Outside of family activities, she is an animal lover, sharing her home with two playful boxers, a cat, and a rabbit. Heather’s personal and professional life is defined by compassion, dedication, and joy in serving others.

Driven by her passion for nursing and patient advocacy, Heather continues to strive for excellence in her profession, making a meaningful difference in her community and in the lives of those in her care.

• LPN - City of Radford Nursing Program - 5/2022

• CPR
• BLS
• LPN

• Assistant Healthcare Coordinator

Areas of Specialization/Expertise

  • Cognitive decline
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Dementia
  • Pediatrics
  • Nursing Home
  • LT Care and General Practice
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What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?

What I enjoy most about practicing nursing is the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Being able to provide care, comfort, and support to patients and their families is incredibly rewarding and brings me a deep sense of fulfillment.

Locations

Engagement Center for Creative Aging

Blacksburg, VA 24061

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