Heather Burns

Heather Burns is a dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in clinical leadership and quality management within hospice and nursing environments. Currently serving as the Director of the Clinical Team for Hospice Homecare at Carolina Caring since December 2023, Heather previously held multiple roles at UNC Health Blue Ridge from July 2017 to December 2023, including Manager of Quality & Accreditation and RN Case Manager. Heather's career began at Catawba Valley Health System as a Registered Nurse from May 2012 to July 2017. Academically equipped with a Master's degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management and a Bachelor's degree in Nursing from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, alongside an Associate's degree in Registered Nursing from Western Piedmont Community College, Heather demonstrates a strong commitment to healthcare excellence and patient care.