I am a licensed clinical social worker with ten years of experience across healthcare, school-based, and mental health settings. Originally from rural North Carolina, I earned both a BSW and MSW from North Carolina Central University and am currently pursuing a PhD with research focused on stress among school-based social workers.
Since joining Duke in February 2020, I have gained experience in cardiothoracic surgery, PACU, retinal injection services, triage nursing, and nursing leadership. I am passionate about building meaningful relationships with patients and supporting them in achieving their wellness goals.
I began my nursing career on a medical-surgical unit at Duke Regional Hospital (DRH), where I developed a strong clinical foundation. I later transitioned to the Cardiovascular Short Stay Unit at Duke University Hospital (DUH). The majority of my nursing career has been spent at Davis Ambulatory Surgical Center, where I have held a variety of roles. My experience includes serving as a preceptor, charge nurse, perioperative nurse, and pre-anesthesia interview nurse.
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.