Care Manager

As a clinical nurse III with an MSW and MMCi, I combine clinical expertise, social work perspective, and informatics knowledge to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care. I have experience working with diverse patient populations and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes and care coordination. I take pride in advocating for my patients and supporting them through complex healthcare experiences. I especially value the connections I build and the ability to make a positive, lasting difference in people’s lives.

I have over ten years of experience in behavioral care management, providing both direct and indirect therapeutic support to individuals with diverse needs. Throughout my career, I have been passionate about helping others achieve their personal goals and improve their overall well-being. I enjoy building positive relationships, offering guidance, and creating supportive environments that encourage growth and success. My dedication to compassionate care and teamwork has allowed me to make meaningful contributions to the individuals and communities I serve.

I am a native of NC with some family roots in Durham, NC. I have been a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) for 16+ years. I received degrees from both NC Central University and NC A&T State University. My background includes community mental health, vocational rehabilitation, ED behavioral health, and care management. I am very passionate about helping others and very patient-centered. I love to empower patients and advocate on their behalf.

I’m a social worker with over 30 years of experience and have worked in many different settings, including dialysis, inpatient case management, and hospice care. I’ve been with Duke Health since 2021. I enjoy getting to know patients and their families, understanding what matters most to them, and walking alongside them as they work toward their goals.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 16+ years of experience in social work, including case management and community mental health. I bring a thoughtful, personalized approach to my work, grounded in professionalism and genuine care for the clients I serve. I strive to meet people where they are to create and build a trusting partnership that optimizes their overall well-being. I strive to make every encounter intentional, solution-focused, and supportive. I truly enjoy making a difference in the lives of others.

I’m a registered nurse. My clinical experience is in orthopedics and neurosurgery. I’ve cared for patients recovering from musculoskeletal injuries, joint replacements, spinal surgeries, and complex neurological conditions, focusing on post-operative care and patient education. In my previous role, I worked as a triage nurse across multiple ambulatory care specialties, such as endocrinology, urology, hematology, sickle cell, pain, infectious disease, geriatrics, keto medicine & weight loss, and primary care.

My nursing background includes behavioral health, IDD, HEDIS, medical necessity denials, and risk adjustment coding. I'm excited to be in population health, where we address patients' overall health needs and support better long-term outcomes.

I began my nursing career with Duke in 2020, working through inpatient cardiology stepdown, cardiac procedures, outpatient hospice, and community health roles. I love meeting patients and their families and believe that modern medicine is about walking with people through each season that life brings. I currently live in Raleigh with my husband and fluffy golden retriever.

Since becoming a nurse in 2009, I have worked in cardio-thoracic, perioperative services, organ transplant, and oncology. Being a nurse brings me enjoyment because of the differences I make in people’s lives and the relationships and trust I create with patients.

I have worked in many settings throughout my nursing career with focused interests in gerontological and hospice and palliative care. I have additional training and experience in public health, health and well-being, and stress management. I love partnering with patients to solve problems and help reach wellbeing goals.