CNA Classes

I have been a registered nurse for nearly 25 years. My professional background includes long term care, clinic, public health and a specialty in nursing education. I appreciate the unique perspectives each student brings to the classroom. This perspective is crucial in a multicultural healthcare environment, where understanding different viewpoints and experiences can have a positive impact on patient care and professional collaboration.

I have been in healthcare for over 20 years, beginning my career as a CNA. My background includes long-term care, clinic, and hospital settings in which I oversaw patient care. I feel education is the foundation for success and by providing the knowledge and skills to others, it provides high-quality patient centered care. I truly enjoy teaching and feel that learning is very individual. It is my goal to inspire students and challenge them to be their very best.

I have been an RN for 29 years and an educator for 15 of those years. My favorite part about being a nurse educator is watching the transformation from being very nervous on the first day to becoming confident CNA candidates by the end of class. I hope my students realize what a significant difference they make in the life of their residents and the residents' family members too.

I have been in healthcare for over 20 years, first as a CNA, then obtaining my RN degree in 2010. I've had experience in long-term care and in the hospital setting on the medIcal surgical floor. I love teaching, and it's wonderful to see students progress and have those "aha" moments as they learn to give the care that patients not only need but deserve.  Becoming a CNA is a great career, and it can also be a wonderful foundational first step to other medical programs. Wherever your path leads you, it's my honor to help you with this step of your Journey.

I have been a Registered Nurse for 12 years. I made a career change to Nursing after serving in the Army Airborne Rangers and working as a Mechanical Engineer, firefighter, and EMT. As a Nurse, I have worked ER, ICU, Infection Control, and been in management, but my true passion is teaching. My goal is to turn students into caring, competent, healthcare workers that know the value of teamwork.

I have been a nurse for three years and an educator for over 20. I worked in a hospital, home health, rehabilitation and as an ADON in a long term care facility. I love working with the geriatric population. I especially enjoy sharing my enthusiasm with nursing assistant students. Teaching the nursing assistant class is so satisfying and fun. I believe CNAs are a cornerstone of healthcare and it is my honor to help train and support them.

Besides teaching Nursing Assistants, I am also a Curriculum Designer for Post-Acute Care and I manage a team of subject matter expert writers. Previously, I was a Director of Nursing, Clinical Informatics Nurse, Senior Clinical Consultant, Nurse Auditor, Business Office Manager, Clinical Author, and Wound Care Nurse. I have dedicated more than 20 years of professional practice to the skilled nursing and long-term care industry. After receiving my Masters of Science in nursing with an emphasis in geriatrics, mental health, and education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, I continued to pursue additional training in wound care and education. I am passionate about providing quality, resident-centered care that encompasses the whole person. 

I have been a nurse for over 45 years. I have worked in the hospital setting and in health promotions. I am also an instructor at Northwood Tech, and I have been there for over 18 years. I really enjoy teaching CNA students as they come from such different backgrounds, work experiences, and have actually taught me a lot about life!

I was a CNA for 10 years before becoming a registered nurse. I have worked as an RN for over 8 years. I enjoy watching students take such great care of the residents, and the residents really appreciate the time they get to spend with them. My hope for my students is that they will continue to enjoy this job as much as I have. They are so very important and needed.

I have been a nurse for over 30 years and have been honored to work at a Children's Hospital, rural hospital, long-term care unit, and as a case manager in hospice. Each experience has provided me with a variety of insights that I look forward to sharing with my students.  In addition, helping our elders is near and dear to my heart. I know that by supporting our students to better understand and assist those in need, it will enhance the care they provide and strengthen that student's career path in healthcare.