Registered Nurse | Public Health Leader | Director of Nursing ProgramsWith over 12 years of experience in public health nursing and 6+ years as a Director of Nursing Programs, I am dedicated to improving community health through effective leadership, program management, and collaboration. I specialize in coordinating and overseeing key grant-funded health initiatives, including Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) programs such as WIC and Family Case Management, as well as Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) programs like Vaccine for Children, Lead Case Management, Communicable Disease Reporting, and Oral Health Promotion and Protection.As a strategic leader, I ensure the successful delivery of essential health services while also advocating for best practices in nursing education. I am an active member of the University of St. Francis College of Nursing Board and the Illinois Public Health Nurse Administrators.Driven by a passion for community health, I work to enhance the quality of care, foster interdepartmental collaboration, and contribute to the growth of the nursing profession through program innovation and policy development.