Member Profile

With over 22 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, I’ve had the privilege of working across a wide range of specialties, including maternal child health, cardiology, ICU, and for last ten years, hospice care.

My passion lies in caring for people, listening to their concerns and developing thoughtful, innovative solutions that improve the quality of life for both patients and their families. I value the role of traditional medicine and therapies, while also advocating for more patient-centered approaches that honor individual wellbeing and holistic care.

I hold a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Missouri and an Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Columbia College.

I serve as an End-of-Life doula and created Serenity Passage because I’m committed to advancing dignity, comfort, and holistic support at life’s most sacred passage.

Offerings:
• Advance care planning
Assist and provide guidance for completing power of attorney, living will and advance directives.

• End-of-life coaching & emotional support
Offering individuals and their families support and guidance with the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges of dying and grieving.

• Legacy projects
Help create keepsakes and tangible memories families can enjoy after their loved one is no longer here. Design videos, audio recordings and picture books with journaling prompts.

• Life Review
Explore the persons life, bring meaning and awareness while helping the person see the richness of their life and the impacts they have had on others.

• Vigil Planning
What should happen when death is near? What does the environment look like and who should be present? Explore symptom management preferences while advocating for the patient so their wishes are honored.

• Coordination with hospice and palliative care

• Community education presentations