Department of Health Care Assistant

I have been teaching in the Health Care Assistant Program since 2015, and Program Chair since June 2021.  A Registered Nurse by profession, I am registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, and am a member of Gerontological Nurses' Association of BC, Canadian Gerontological Nurses' Association, and Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of BC.  My initial nursing education was through Vancouver Community College, and I subsequently obtained a BSN and MSN through UBC Vancouver.  I have a varied and extensive healthcare background, am passionate about geriatric care, and am committed to lifelong learning.  It is an absolute joy working with students and colleagues in the HCA program.

Credentials:
MSN, Nursing, UBC Vancouver
BSN, Nursing, UBC Vancouver
PIDP, Vancouver Community College
Registered Nurse

As a nurse, I have a passion to care for people - and what could be a more fulfilling career than to have the opportunity to teach others how to do the same. I am very proud to be a part of the Health Care Assistant program here at Okanagan College.

Credentials:
BN, Nursing, University of Calgary

With the support of my wonderful family, I graduated from Okanagan College University in 2005. Shortly after graduation, I worked at Shuswap Lake General Hospital on the medical/surgical unit. I developed an interest in teaching nursing and, by 2008, accepted a position at Okanagan College. I have had the privilege of teaching both the Human Service Worker program and the Health Care Assistant program. Teaching is my passion and I teach to make a difference in the lives of students and the seniors we serve.

Credentials:
BSc, Nursing, OUC

I graduated as Registered Nurses Assistant (RNA) in 1981, became an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in 1990 and have loved watching the nursing profession change over the years. The bulk of my career has been in small rural hospitals, community, long term care and in regulation. I am born and raised in B.C., lived in the Okanagan Valley since 1996 and cannot imagine living anywhere else.

Credentials:
LPN, AVC
PIDP, VCC

I graduated as a Registered Nurse in 2006. My experience includes working as a Post-Surgical Nurse and Educator at VJH, The Ambulatory Care Clinic in Salmon Arm, and have taught both the LPN and HCA Program here at Okanagan College. Currently, I am working full time in the HCA program. Working as a Healthcare Provider is a rewarding career and provides us with a special opportunity to connect and care for our clients.

Credentials:
BSN, UBC Okanagan

I am passionate in advocating for the health and wellness of our geriatric population. I have a background in caregiving prior to my RN role, and find my current role very rewarding. I enjoy learning and teaching at Okanagan College.

Credentials:
RN, BSN, UVIC