When I was first asked to write a “Day in the Life” article about myself, my immediate reaction was: Nope! I thought, what would I even say? Where would I start? But then, the answer came to me loud and clear—start from the beginning!
I am a wife to my husband Michael and a mom to two wonderful sons, James and Daniel. I’m a sister to three amazing siblings and an aunt to five nieces and one nephew. Healthcare runs in my blood—literally! My mom is a Registered Nurse, my dad is an Occupational Therapist, and my brother, sister-in-law, and sister are all Physical Therapists. With that kind of family, it’s no surprise that I found myself in healthcare, even if I took a different path. They’ve all helped me navigate the clinical side of this industry—so much so that I joke I know just enough to play a nurse on TV!
My journey began in 2006, when I took my first position at a CCRC (Continuum of Care Retirement Community) as a Unit Secretary for a 200+ bed Assisted Living facility. That role kept me on my toes! It was fast-paced, ever-changing, and full of learning moments. I had to keep up, and I did—quickly.
After a year, I transitioned to their sister community, where I enrolled in their Management Program. This was an exciting chapter of my career because I had the opportunity to learn the role of every manager in the community. That’s right—every single one! I spent eight months soaking up knowledge before settling into the Business Office, where I would spend the next three years.
During this time, I somehow managed to juggle a full-time job while earning two master’s degrees—an MBA and a master’s in healthcare administration. Looking back, I was a very busy young lady!
After five years at the CCRC, I was ready for my next adventure. I became a Clinic Director at Planned Parenthood—just four blocks from the White House! It was an eye-opening experience, but I quickly realized it wasn’t the right fit for me.
Next, I transitioned into a role with a Home Health company in Washington, DC, as a Community Liaison. This position required me to understand the work of Registered Nurses, Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Home Health Aides—good thing I had a built-in family network to guide me! I learned so much about supporting healthcare providers and the profound impact our services have on patients’ lives.
I was later promoted to Director of Business Development, where I helped build a team of Community Liaisons. I spent eight wonderful years meeting new people, helping patients one by one, and building strong relationships throughout the DMV.
Enter: Capital City Nurses.
By 2019, I was ready for a new challenge. That is when I was offered an opportunity at Capital City Nurses—just three months before the world shut down due to COVID. But that’s a story for another day!
My role at Capital City Nurses has been incredibly rewarding. Every day, I have the privilege of connecting families with the care they need. My mornings start with my children—getting them off to school and having a light breakfast with my husband. Then, it’s off to work—emails, texts, morning meetings, and a glance at my calendar before heading out on the road. I spend my days meeting with accounts, connecting with potential clients, and walking them through the care journey before they even meet their first caregiver.
I also spend time coordinating care with my office, ensuring that every client gets the best possible experience. I love what I do, and I can’t believe I’ve already spent five years with Capital City Nurses. As they say, “Time flies when you’re having fun!” Every day, I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the DMV community and truly thank God for this journey.
After work, I shift back into mom mode—whether that means heading to basketball practice with my boys or enjoying dinner at home. Then the next morning, I start it all over again—and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Thank you for reading, and for allowing me to share A Day in My Life!
