Case Managers
Regions:Western–Central North Carolina
Central–Eastern North Carolina
Virginia
South Carolina
Telephonic Case Managers
Western–Central North Carolina
Omega Autry, BA, CDMSCase Manager (Charlotte, NC)
Pam Blackburn, RN, BSN, CCM, CDMS
Supervisor, Case Manager (Stanley, NC)
Nikki Braswell, RN
Case Manager (Gastonia, NC)
Toni Buckner, RN, CRRN
Case Manager (Hendersonville, NC)
Cindy Cook, RN, COHN
Case Manager (Fairview, NC)
Brandy Costner, BS, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Lawndale, NC)
Martha Dealy,RN
Case Manager (Charlotte, NC)
Kathy Devlin, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Statesville, NC)
Tammy Dixon, RN, MSN, COHN
Supervisor; Case Manager (Mount Airy, NC)
Renee Ehlers, RN, COHN-CM
Case Manager (Sanford, NC)
Amanda Fox, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Lewisville, NC)
Sue Gelarden, CRC, CDMS, CCM, CLCP, LPC
Case Manager (Kannapolis, NC)
Stasia Hann, RN, BSN, CCM
Senior Case Manager, Bilingual (Charlotte, NC/Fort Mill, SC)
Tamara Hite, MA, CRC
Case Manager (Maiden, NC)
Jennifer Jones, BS
Job Developer/Case Manager (Tryon, NC)
Barbara Pollock, MS, CRC, LPC, QRP
Senior Case Manager (Wake Forest, NC)
Judy Robinson, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager (Charlotte/Hickory, NC)
Carol Royston, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager (Gastonia, NC)
Janet Sams, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Kannapolis, NC)
Dana Sarti, BSN, RN, CRNI, CCM
Case Manager (Sylva, NC)
Bonita Smoot, RN
Case Manager (Mount Airy, NC)
David Steinbeck, MS, CRC, QRP
Case Manager (Winston-Salem, NC)
Lynne R. Swing, M. Ed., CRC
Case Manager (Mooresville, NC)
Pamela Taft, RN, BSN, ONC
Case Manager (Matthews, NC)
Susan Taylor, RN, MHS, CCM
Case Manager (Arden, NC)
Becky Werts, MA, CVE
Senior Case Manager (Charlotte, NC)
LeAnn Wood, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Elkin, NC)
Omega Autry, BA, CDMS
Case Manager
(Charlotte, NC)
Omega graduated from Johnson C. Smith University, Charlotte, NC with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. She worked 2 years as an Eligibility Specialist with Department of Social Services and for 14 years as a Child Support Enforcement Agent with N.C. Department of Human Resources. Transitioning to the field of vocational rehabilitation, Omega was employed as a vocational specialist where she has worked for the past 15 years. She holds national certifications as a Certified Career Assessment Associate (CCAA) and a Certified Disability Management Specialist, and is experienced in the areas of job placement, case management, job site evaluation, job seeking skills training, job analyses and vocational counseling.
Case Manager
(Charlotte, NC)
Omega graduated from Johnson C. Smith University, Charlotte, NC with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. She worked 2 years as an Eligibility Specialist with Department of Social Services and for 14 years as a Child Support Enforcement Agent with N.C. Department of Human Resources. Transitioning to the field of vocational rehabilitation, Omega was employed as a vocational specialist where she has worked for the past 15 years. She holds national certifications as a Certified Career Assessment Associate (CCAA) and a Certified Disability Management Specialist, and is experienced in the areas of job placement, case management, job site evaluation, job seeking skills training, job analyses and vocational counseling.
Toni Buckner, RN, CRRN
Case Manager
(Hendersonville, NC)
Toni earned her nursing degree from Southern Adventist University in 1989. She has worked in Georgia, Tennessee, Florida and North Carolina. She has been providing medical case management services for injured workers since 1995 as first a telephonic case manager, and then began field case management in 1999. She has been CRRN certified since 1999. Her background also includes obstetric nursing, elder care assessment, pediatric and orthopedic surgery. Toni is a member of CMSA, Asheville chapter, and the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses.
Case Manager
(Hendersonville, NC)
Toni earned her nursing degree from Southern Adventist University in 1989. She has worked in Georgia, Tennessee, Florida and North Carolina. She has been providing medical case management services for injured workers since 1995 as first a telephonic case manager, and then began field case management in 1999. She has been CRRN certified since 1999. Her background also includes obstetric nursing, elder care assessment, pediatric and orthopedic surgery. Toni is a member of CMSA, Asheville chapter, and the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses.
Kathy Devlin, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Statesville, NC)
Kathy received a Diploma in Nursing from Davis Hospital School of Nursing in Statesville, NC. After working several years as a Registered Nurse, she attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree. She was employed as a Occupational Health Nurse in 1983 and has14 years experience as an Occupational Health Nurse including Workers' Compensation, return to work program, OSHA standards, and injury/illness prevention. Kathy also has 9 years of experience as a Medical Case Manager. Other areas of nursing experience include medical/surgical, orthopedics, and internal medical clinic. She became a Certified Case Manager in 2007 and is a licensed Registered Nurse in North Carolina.
Case Manager
(Statesville, NC)
Kathy received a Diploma in Nursing from Davis Hospital School of Nursing in Statesville, NC. After working several years as a Registered Nurse, she attended the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree. She was employed as a Occupational Health Nurse in 1983 and has14 years experience as an Occupational Health Nurse including Workers' Compensation, return to work program, OSHA standards, and injury/illness prevention. Kathy also has 9 years of experience as a Medical Case Manager. Other areas of nursing experience include medical/surgical, orthopedics, and internal medical clinic. She became a Certified Case Manager in 2007 and is a licensed Registered Nurse in North Carolina.
Tammy Dixon, RN, MSN, COHN
Supervisor; Case Manager
(Mount Airy, NC)
Most of Tammy's experience has been in Occupational Health. She worked for a textile/manufacturing company for 16 years as the Occupational Health Nurse Manager/Safety Manager before her employment with CCM. Her areas of expertise include injury/illness prevention; workers’ compensation claims management; and health promotion programs. She has been with CCM since 2007 and is a certified Occupational Health Nurse Specialist. She received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing in 2004 from Winston-Salem State University and her Masters of Science in Nursing with concentration in Healthcare Leadership/Management in 2007 from Duke University.
Supervisor; Case Manager
(Mount Airy, NC)
Most of Tammy's experience has been in Occupational Health. She worked for a textile/manufacturing company for 16 years as the Occupational Health Nurse Manager/Safety Manager before her employment with CCM. Her areas of expertise include injury/illness prevention; workers’ compensation claims management; and health promotion programs. She has been with CCM since 2007 and is a certified Occupational Health Nurse Specialist. She received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing in 2004 from Winston-Salem State University and her Masters of Science in Nursing with concentration in Healthcare Leadership/Management in 2007 from Duke University.
Carolyn Powell, RN, COHN-S
Case Manager
(Siler City and Cedar Point, NC)
Carolyn graduated from nursing school in 1982. She has experience in occupational health nursing, home health nursing, and workers' compensation case management. She received her COHN-S (Certified Occupational Health Nurse Specialist) in 1995. In 2000, she joined the Carolina Case Management family. She is a workers' compensation case manager and works with Evercare which is a part of Eldercare. She is a member of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses.
Case Manager
(Siler City and Cedar Point, NC)
Carolyn graduated from nursing school in 1982. She has experience in occupational health nursing, home health nursing, and workers' compensation case management. She received her COHN-S (Certified Occupational Health Nurse Specialist) in 1995. In 2000, she joined the Carolina Case Management family. She is a workers' compensation case manager and works with Evercare which is a part of Eldercare. She is a member of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses.
David Steinbeck, MS, CRC, QRP
Case Manager
(Winston-Salem, NC)
David received his Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia. He has also obtained his national certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). David has over 20 years of experience in medical and vocational case management. He is a member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals. David is also a member of the North Carolina Industrial Commission Rehabilitation Advisory Committee.
Case Manager
(Winston-Salem, NC)
David received his Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia. He has also obtained his national certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). David has over 20 years of experience in medical and vocational case management. He is a member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals. David is also a member of the North Carolina Industrial Commission Rehabilitation Advisory Committee.
Kim Treece, MS, CRC
Case Manager
(Greenville, NC)
Kim received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Business Administration and a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Counseling and Substance Abuse Counseling from East Carolina University. She is also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) with several years of experience in these areas as well as with job placement/careers and counseling. Kim worked providing vocational and medical case management services to injured workers from 2001-2003, including vocational evaluation, transferable skills analysis, job analysis, job placement and labor market surveys which result in return to work for the injured worker. Prior to coming to work for Carolina Case Management, she has assisted individuals with all disabilities in their efforts to return to work in both the private and public sector. Kim is a member of the National Rehabilitation Counseling Association and Past President of the North Carolina Rehabilitation Counseling Association.
Case Manager
(Greenville, NC)
Kim received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Business Administration and a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Counseling and Substance Abuse Counseling from East Carolina University. She is also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) with several years of experience in these areas as well as with job placement/careers and counseling. Kim worked providing vocational and medical case management services to injured workers from 2001-2003, including vocational evaluation, transferable skills analysis, job analysis, job placement and labor market surveys which result in return to work for the injured worker. Prior to coming to work for Carolina Case Management, she has assisted individuals with all disabilities in their efforts to return to work in both the private and public sector. Kim is a member of the National Rehabilitation Counseling Association and Past President of the North Carolina Rehabilitation Counseling Association.
Barbara Pollock, MS, CRC, LPC, QRP
Senior Case Manager
(Wake Forest, NC)
Barbara earned a Bachelor's degree from Skidmore College, majoring in Sociology. She then received a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1991. She has worked in the private sector since 1991 specializing in Vocational Rehabilitation. Barbara is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Qualified Rehabilitation Provider (QRP) in Virginia. She works primarily in Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina, but can also cover eastern Tennessee and southwestern Virginia. In addition to providing vocational rehabilitation services, she markets vocational assessment and vocational services to divorce attorneys. Barbara is also an expert in vocational testimony. She is also active in the NC Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP).
Senior Case Manager
(Wake Forest, NC)
Barbara earned a Bachelor's degree from Skidmore College, majoring in Sociology. She then received a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1991. She has worked in the private sector since 1991 specializing in Vocational Rehabilitation. Barbara is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Qualified Rehabilitation Provider (QRP) in Virginia. She works primarily in Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina, but can also cover eastern Tennessee and southwestern Virginia. In addition to providing vocational rehabilitation services, she markets vocational assessment and vocational services to divorce attorneys. Barbara is also an expert in vocational testimony. She is also active in the NC Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP).
Judy Robinson, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager
(Charlotte/Hickory, NC)
Judy earned her nursing degree after working a number of years in brokerage sales in life and health insurance. She is licensed to practice nursing in North Carolina and South Carolina. Before entering workers’ compensation case management in 1997, Judy’s clinical experience included acute rehabilitation, specializing in orthopedic and head injuries, home health, discharge planning and adult psychiatry. She is an active member of the North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP).
Senior Case Manager
(Charlotte/Hickory, NC)
Judy earned her nursing degree after working a number of years in brokerage sales in life and health insurance. She is licensed to practice nursing in North Carolina and South Carolina. Before entering workers’ compensation case management in 1997, Judy’s clinical experience included acute rehabilitation, specializing in orthopedic and head injuries, home health, discharge planning and adult psychiatry. She is an active member of the North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP).
Amanda Fox, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Lewisville, NC)
Amanda received her degree as a registered nurse from Forsyth Technical Community College in Winston-Salem, NC and has fourteen years of nursing experience. She has been employed for over 5 years in the field of rehabilitation case management for workers’ compensation claims. Other nursing experience includes medical-surgical hospital nursing and extensive home care knowledge including the position as Director of Clinical Services. Amanda is a licensed RN in NC and is a Certified Case Manager (CCM).
Case Manager
(Lewisville, NC)
Amanda received her degree as a registered nurse from Forsyth Technical Community College in Winston-Salem, NC and has fourteen years of nursing experience. She has been employed for over 5 years in the field of rehabilitation case management for workers’ compensation claims. Other nursing experience includes medical-surgical hospital nursing and extensive home care knowledge including the position as Director of Clinical Services. Amanda is a licensed RN in NC and is a Certified Case Manager (CCM).
Becky Werts, MA, CVE
Senior Case Manager
(Charlotte, NC)
Becky is a Certified Vocational Evaluation Specialist (CVE) and has been employed in the rehabilitation field since 1983. She received her Master of Arts in Agency Counseling from Appalachian State University and a Bachelor’s in Education from Western Carolina University. Prior to working in private rehabilitation, she worked for eleven years in state funded agencies and Goodwill Industries providing work adjustment, vocational evaluation and program management services. Since 1994 she has worked in the private sector as a vocational specialist providing evaluation, job analysis, occupational exploration, labor market surveys and general return-to-work services. Becky completed a five course program in case management for the Elderly in 2004 and has been working part-time as an Elder Care Manager, assisting the families in determining needs and locating services. Becky lives in Matthews, NC and serves Charlotte and the surrounding area.
Senior Case Manager
(Charlotte, NC)
Becky is a Certified Vocational Evaluation Specialist (CVE) and has been employed in the rehabilitation field since 1983. She received her Master of Arts in Agency Counseling from Appalachian State University and a Bachelor’s in Education from Western Carolina University. Prior to working in private rehabilitation, she worked for eleven years in state funded agencies and Goodwill Industries providing work adjustment, vocational evaluation and program management services. Since 1994 she has worked in the private sector as a vocational specialist providing evaluation, job analysis, occupational exploration, labor market surveys and general return-to-work services. Becky completed a five course program in case management for the Elderly in 2004 and has been working part-time as an Elder Care Manager, assisting the families in determining needs and locating services. Becky lives in Matthews, NC and serves Charlotte and the surrounding area.
Cindy Cook, RN, COHN
Case Manager
(Fairview, NC)
Cindy received her nursing degree from Caldwell Community College in Hudson, NC. She worked as the Nursing Director for Sisters of Mercy Urgent Care Inc. for nine years and with Blue Ridge Bone & Joint as the Clinical Director for the two years. Cindy obtained her COHN (Certified Occupational Health Nurse) designation in 1997. Cindy is a member of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses (AAOHN). Areas of expertise include acute care, OSHA standards, orthopedic and correctional health care.
Case Manager
(Fairview, NC)
Cindy received her nursing degree from Caldwell Community College in Hudson, NC. She worked as the Nursing Director for Sisters of Mercy Urgent Care Inc. for nine years and with Blue Ridge Bone & Joint as the Clinical Director for the two years. Cindy obtained her COHN (Certified Occupational Health Nurse) designation in 1997. Cindy is a member of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses (AAOHN). Areas of expertise include acute care, OSHA standards, orthopedic and correctional health care.
Susan Taylor, RN, MHS, CCM
Case Manager
(Arden, NC)
Susan received her Nursing degree from Manatee Community College, Bradenton, FL, Bachelor degree in Health Care Administration from St. Leo College, in St. Leo, FL, and her Masters in Health Sciences from Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC. Susan’s hospital experience as a staff nurse includes, orthopedic, cardiac, intensive care, psychiatric care, rehabilitation and general surgical and medical care units. She has worked in various arenas of Case Management; rehabilitation hospital, tertiary hospital, long term care and workers compensation for over 12 years. She has managed PT, OT and Speech professionals as a rehabilitation director. Susan is licensed in SC and NC. She is a member of IARP and the NC Assoc. of Rehab Professionals in Asheville, NC.
Case Manager
(Arden, NC)
Susan received her Nursing degree from Manatee Community College, Bradenton, FL, Bachelor degree in Health Care Administration from St. Leo College, in St. Leo, FL, and her Masters in Health Sciences from Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC. Susan’s hospital experience as a staff nurse includes, orthopedic, cardiac, intensive care, psychiatric care, rehabilitation and general surgical and medical care units. She has worked in various arenas of Case Management; rehabilitation hospital, tertiary hospital, long term care and workers compensation for over 12 years. She has managed PT, OT and Speech professionals as a rehabilitation director. Susan is licensed in SC and NC. She is a member of IARP and the NC Assoc. of Rehab Professionals in Asheville, NC.
Dana Sarti, BSN, RN, CRNI, CCM
Case Manager
(Sylva, NC)
Dana received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1980. She is a licensed registered nurse in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee. Dana’s nursing experience includes eighteen years of home health care management with a specialty in Home Infusion Therapy. Dana is certified as a Medical Case Manager since 2002 (CCM) and has experience with severe orthopedic and catastrophic injuries. Dana has additional certification as a Certified Registered Nurse in Infusion Therapy (CRNI), which includes certification for chemotherapy administration. Dana’s clinical nursing experience includes, home health with orthopedics and rehabilitation services, oncology, cardiology, Infectious disease treatment including AIDS/HIV care and education. Dana has been a member of the National Infusion Nurses Society and Oncology Nurses Society for ten years. She is a member of the North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP) in the Asheville, NC area. She lives in Sylva, North Carolina with her husband and two sons.
Case Manager
(Sylva, NC)
Dana received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1980. She is a licensed registered nurse in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee. Dana’s nursing experience includes eighteen years of home health care management with a specialty in Home Infusion Therapy. Dana is certified as a Medical Case Manager since 2002 (CCM) and has experience with severe orthopedic and catastrophic injuries. Dana has additional certification as a Certified Registered Nurse in Infusion Therapy (CRNI), which includes certification for chemotherapy administration. Dana’s clinical nursing experience includes, home health with orthopedics and rehabilitation services, oncology, cardiology, Infectious disease treatment including AIDS/HIV care and education. Dana has been a member of the National Infusion Nurses Society and Oncology Nurses Society for ten years. She is a member of the North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP) in the Asheville, NC area. She lives in Sylva, North Carolina with her husband and two sons.
Tamara Hite, MA, CRC
Case Manager
(Maiden, NC)
Tamara earned her Master’s Degree in counseling from Appalachian State University in 1980. She has thirteen years of vocational case management experience in the private sector. Additional experience includes fourteen years in Human Resource Management and Technical Recruiting. Tamara is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
Case Manager
(Maiden, NC)
Tamara earned her Master’s Degree in counseling from Appalachian State University in 1980. She has thirteen years of vocational case management experience in the private sector. Additional experience includes fourteen years in Human Resource Management and Technical Recruiting. Tamara is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
Pamela Taft, RN, BSN, ONC
Case Manager
(Matthews, NC)
Pamela received her Nursing degree from Gardner Webb University in Boiling Springs, NC in 1997. She received her Bachelor’s in Nursing from Winston Salem State University and has her certification in Orthopedic Nursing. She brings to us a variety of nursing experience, primarily in orthopedics, medical/surgical nursing, and family practice. She has been highly involved in educating patients, families, and all members of the healthcare delivery team. She has been employed at Carolina Case Management since 2004 and is committed to providing and coordinating quality care for all individuals.
Case Manager
(Matthews, NC)
Pamela received her Nursing degree from Gardner Webb University in Boiling Springs, NC in 1997. She received her Bachelor’s in Nursing from Winston Salem State University and has her certification in Orthopedic Nursing. She brings to us a variety of nursing experience, primarily in orthopedics, medical/surgical nursing, and family practice. She has been highly involved in educating patients, families, and all members of the healthcare delivery team. She has been employed at Carolina Case Management since 2004 and is committed to providing and coordinating quality care for all individuals.
Jennifer Jones, BS
Job Developer/Case Manager
(Tryon, NC)
Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education from Appalachian State University in 1996. She was a classroom teacher for three years and then decided to pursue the insurance industry. She currently holds North Carolina insurance licenses in property/liability, life/health, and long term care. Jennifer started working in the vocational rehabilitation field in 2002 and specializes in job development and consulting. She has started doing some case management work and is working towards her CDMS certification.
Job Developer/Case Manager
(Tryon, NC)
Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education from Appalachian State University in 1996. She was a classroom teacher for three years and then decided to pursue the insurance industry. She currently holds North Carolina insurance licenses in property/liability, life/health, and long term care. Jennifer started working in the vocational rehabilitation field in 2002 and specializes in job development and consulting. She has started doing some case management work and is working towards her CDMS certification.
Carol Royston, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager
(Gastonia, NC)
Carol obtained her nursing degree in 1976 and has extensive experience in Occupational Health Nursing including managed care and workers’ compensation case management. She has worked closely with OSHA and has experience with ergonomic and early return to work programs. Carol provides proactive case management for workers’ compensation, liability, accident and health and catastrophic cases.
Senior Case Manager
(Gastonia, NC)
Carol obtained her nursing degree in 1976 and has extensive experience in Occupational Health Nursing including managed care and workers’ compensation case management. She has worked closely with OSHA and has experience with ergonomic and early return to work programs. Carol provides proactive case management for workers’ compensation, liability, accident and health and catastrophic cases.
Sue Gelarden, CRC, CDMS, CCM, CLCP, LPC
Case Manager
(Kannapolis, NC)
Sue received a Master of Arts in Education degree from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and has more than 20 years experience providing medical and vocational case management. Sue is a Certified Case Manager (CCM), a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS), a Certified Life Care Planner (CLPC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She specializes in writing Life Care Plans and Medicare Set Asides.
Case Manager
(Kannapolis, NC)
Sue received a Master of Arts in Education degree from Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, NC. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and has more than 20 years experience providing medical and vocational case management. Sue is a Certified Case Manager (CCM), a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS), a Certified Life Care Planner (CLPC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She specializes in writing Life Care Plans and Medicare Set Asides.
Brandy Costner, BS, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Lawndale, NC)
Brandy obtained her Associates degree in nursing and arts from Gardner Webb University in Boiling Springs, NC. She also has a BS degree in Health Care Management in 2005 from Pfeiffer University in Charlotte, NC. She has nursing experience in family practice, medical-surgical and geriatric nursing. Brandy is committed to providing quality care and proactive case management to her clients. Brandy can provide services in and around Hickory, Shelby, Lincolnton, Asheville, Statesville, Morganton and Charlotte, NC.
Case Manager
(Lawndale, NC)
Brandy obtained her Associates degree in nursing and arts from Gardner Webb University in Boiling Springs, NC. She also has a BS degree in Health Care Management in 2005 from Pfeiffer University in Charlotte, NC. She has nursing experience in family practice, medical-surgical and geriatric nursing. Brandy is committed to providing quality care and proactive case management to her clients. Brandy can provide services in and around Hickory, Shelby, Lincolnton, Asheville, Statesville, Morganton and Charlotte, NC.
Nikki Braswell, RN
Case Manager
(Gastonia, NC)
Nikki obtained her nursing degree from Gardner Webb University in Boiling Springs, NC in 1995. She has worked in family practice as well as public health. She has extensive Occupational Health Nursing experience including Workers Compensation and return to work programs. She is committed to providing quality care and proactive case management to her clients.
Case Manager
(Gastonia, NC)
Nikki obtained her nursing degree from Gardner Webb University in Boiling Springs, NC in 1995. She has worked in family practice as well as public health. She has extensive Occupational Health Nursing experience including Workers Compensation and return to work programs. She is committed to providing quality care and proactive case management to her clients.
Lynne R. Swing, M. Ed., CRC
Case Manager
(Mooresville, NC)
Lynne earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Clemson University and a Master of Education Degree from the University of South Carolina in 1989. While with the South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department, she served as a Rehabilitation Counselor and supervised a supported employment program. During her seventeen years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor in the private and public sectors, Lynne has provided medical and vocational rehabilitation services to a wide variety of physically and emotionally disabled clients.
Case Manager
(Mooresville, NC)
Lynne earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Clemson University and a Master of Education Degree from the University of South Carolina in 1989. While with the South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department, she served as a Rehabilitation Counselor and supervised a supported employment program. During her seventeen years of experience as a rehabilitation counselor in the private and public sectors, Lynne has provided medical and vocational rehabilitation services to a wide variety of physically and emotionally disabled clients.
Stasia Hann, RN, BSN, CCM
Senior Case Manager, Bilingual
(Charlotte, NC/Fort Mill, SC)
Stasia earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Florida International University. She has five years of work experience in Critical Care and Home Health Nursing and four years experience as a Nursing Supervisor in Home Health. Stasia has been providing quality care and proactive case management to her clients since 1998. She is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Stasia also speaks Spanish fluently.
Senior Case Manager, Bilingual
(Charlotte, NC/Fort Mill, SC)
Stasia earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Florida International University. She has five years of work experience in Critical Care and Home Health Nursing and four years experience as a Nursing Supervisor in Home Health. Stasia has been providing quality care and proactive case management to her clients since 1998. She is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Stasia also speaks Spanish fluently.
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Martha Dealy, RN
Case Manager
(Charlotte, NC)
Martha obtained her nursing degree in 1972. Her nursing experience includes Occupational Health Nursing, Sports Medicine, Managed Care, Psychiatric Case Management, Risk Management, and Infection Control. She has extensive experience in Employee Crisis Intervention and is a Certified American Heart Association BLS Instructor. Martha provides proactive case management for workers’ compensation, liability, accident, and health cases, and is committed to providing quality care and case management to her clients. Martha is currently President of Kids’ Chance of NC, Inc.
Case Manager
(Charlotte, NC)
Martha obtained her nursing degree in 1972. Her nursing experience includes Occupational Health Nursing, Sports Medicine, Managed Care, Psychiatric Case Management, Risk Management, and Infection Control. She has extensive experience in Employee Crisis Intervention and is a Certified American Heart Association BLS Instructor. Martha provides proactive case management for workers’ compensation, liability, accident, and health cases, and is committed to providing quality care and case management to her clients. Martha is currently President of Kids’ Chance of NC, Inc.
Bonita Smoot, RN
Case Manager
(Mount Airy, NC)
Bonita Smoot is a graduate of NC Baptist Hospital School of Nursing and St. Joseph’s College with a BSPA degree. She has a very diversified background in medical-surgical nursing, family health, day surgery and over 15 years experience in occupational health and workers’ compensation. Her occupational health experience includes being an occupational health nurse/safety coordinator for two manufacturing industries, a hospital and an occupational health office. She has extensive experience in injury and illness prevention, workers’ compensation management and early return to work.
Case Manager
(Mount Airy, NC)
Bonita Smoot is a graduate of NC Baptist Hospital School of Nursing and St. Joseph’s College with a BSPA degree. She has a very diversified background in medical-surgical nursing, family health, day surgery and over 15 years experience in occupational health and workers’ compensation. Her occupational health experience includes being an occupational health nurse/safety coordinator for two manufacturing industries, a hospital and an occupational health office. She has extensive experience in injury and illness prevention, workers’ compensation management and early return to work.
Renee Ehlers, RN, COHN-CM
Case Manager
(Sanford, NC)
Renee graduated as a licensed practical nurse from Montgomery Community College in Troy, NC in 1992. She began her career as a medical/surgical nurse at Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst, NC. She worked for one year and wanted to advance her knowledge as a nurse and went to work as a geriatric nurse at PineLake Health and Rehab Center in Carthage, NC where she worked for a short while until she began her career as an occupational health nurse at Perdue Inc. in Robbins, NC. She worked there while also trying to advance her studies as a registered nurse. She attended Randolph Community College in Asheboro, NC and graduated as a Registered Nurse in 1996. Renee continued to advance her knowledge in nursing and worked as a hemodialysis nurse for one year. She went to work for Townsends, Inc. as an occupational Health Nurse in 1998. Renee has been working with injured workers since 1998. Renee has a total of over 15 combined years of experience assisting with the rehab process of injured workers. Most of her experience has been as an occupational health nurse working first hand with the injured workers from the employer’s aspect. Renee has been a Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) since 2001 and a Certified Case Manager (CCM) since 2006.
Case Manager
(Sanford, NC)
Renee graduated as a licensed practical nurse from Montgomery Community College in Troy, NC in 1992. She began her career as a medical/surgical nurse at Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst, NC. She worked for one year and wanted to advance her knowledge as a nurse and went to work as a geriatric nurse at PineLake Health and Rehab Center in Carthage, NC where she worked for a short while until she began her career as an occupational health nurse at Perdue Inc. in Robbins, NC. She worked there while also trying to advance her studies as a registered nurse. She attended Randolph Community College in Asheboro, NC and graduated as a Registered Nurse in 1996. Renee continued to advance her knowledge in nursing and worked as a hemodialysis nurse for one year. She went to work for Townsends, Inc. as an occupational Health Nurse in 1998. Renee has been working with injured workers since 1998. Renee has a total of over 15 combined years of experience assisting with the rehab process of injured workers. Most of her experience has been as an occupational health nurse working first hand with the injured workers from the employer’s aspect. Renee has been a Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN) since 2001 and a Certified Case Manager (CCM) since 2006.
LeAnn Wood, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Elkin, NC)
LeAnn Wood graduated from Methodist School of Nursing in Peoria, Illinois in 1987 giving her 22 years of nursing experience. She has been employed since 1996 in the field of rehabilitation management for workers' compensation claims. Other nursing experience includes medical surgical, hospital nursing and home care nursing; including the position of Team Leader. She is a licensed RN in the state of North Carolina and Illinois. She obtained her case management certification (CCM) in 2000.
Case Manager
(Elkin, NC)
LeAnn Wood graduated from Methodist School of Nursing in Peoria, Illinois in 1987 giving her 22 years of nursing experience. She has been employed since 1996 in the field of rehabilitation management for workers' compensation claims. Other nursing experience includes medical surgical, hospital nursing and home care nursing; including the position of Team Leader. She is a licensed RN in the state of North Carolina and Illinois. She obtained her case management certification (CCM) in 2000.
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Janet Sams, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Kannapolis, NC)
Janet has worked in workers’ comp case management since 1997. Initially she worked in hospital nursing on medical surgical floors, home health nursing and working in an orthopaedic clinic with physicians treating a variety of orthopaedic problems, conservatively and surgically. She has also performed utilization review through an insurance provider. She has worked with an insurance provider/TP with some of the early HMO/POS managed care products performing UR, medical necessity reviews and attend with the sales staff some employer/employee meetings explaining and discussing the managed care products. Janet became a CCM (Certified Case Manager) in 1999, after working in workers’ comp case management for several years and has continued in case management since.
Case Manager
(Kannapolis, NC)
Janet has worked in workers’ comp case management since 1997. Initially she worked in hospital nursing on medical surgical floors, home health nursing and working in an orthopaedic clinic with physicians treating a variety of orthopaedic problems, conservatively and surgically. She has also performed utilization review through an insurance provider. She has worked with an insurance provider/TP with some of the early HMO/POS managed care products performing UR, medical necessity reviews and attend with the sales staff some employer/employee meetings explaining and discussing the managed care products. Janet became a CCM (Certified Case Manager) in 1999, after working in workers’ comp case management for several years and has continued in case management since.
Central–Eastern North Carolina
Karen Barwick, RN, CCMCase Manager (Four Oaks, NC)
Rachel Boling, MS, CRC
Case Manager (Southport, NC)
Eva Bordeaux, RN, CCM
CLCP—Certified Life Care Planner (Wilmington, NC)
Sue Brewer, RN, MSN, CCM
Case Manager (Cary, NC)
Susan Byers, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Fayetteville, NC)
Jennifer Colvard, BSN, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Margaret Costello, RN, COHN-S, CCM
Senior Case Manager (Wilmington, NC)
Kimberly F. Deal, MS, CRC
Senior Case Manager (Wilson, NC)
Zoe Dyer, RN, CCM, CCS
Case Manager (N. Topsail Beach, NC)
Sandy Frost, MS, CRC
Case Manager (Greensboro, NC)
Carol Harris, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Pam Harris, MA, CRC, LPC, CCM
Sr. Disability Analyst & Diplomate,
Senior Case Manager (Wake Forest, NC)
Paula Howard, MSN, RN, CCM, CLCP
Senior Case Manager; Senior MSA Specialist (Raleigh, NC)
Daryl Howett, RN, BSN, CCM
Case Manager (LaGrange, NC)
Stephanie Jackson-Tkac, RN, BSN, CCM
Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Donna Jernigan, RN, BSN, CRRN, CAN-BC
Case Manager (Sanford, NC)
Jacqueline Jessie, BA, CDMS
Senior Case Manager;
Job Seeking Skills Instructor (Hope Mills, NC)
Shelley Jones, MS, CRC
Supervisor (Greensboro, NC)
Lee Landreth, RN, MPH, COHN-S
Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Karen Lurie, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Kitty Hawk, NC)
Judy Meyer, BSN, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Allison Parker, M.Ed., CRC
Supervisor (Raleigh, NC)
Lisa Parker, MS, CRC
Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Rob Perry, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Scott Perry, BS, CDMS
Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Barbara Pollock, MS, CRC, LPC, QRP
Senior Case Manager (Wake Forest, NC)
Carolyn Powell, RN, COHN-S
Case Manager (Siler City and Cedar Point, NC)
Dollinda Schaeffer, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Cary, NC)
Melissa Stewart, MS, CRC, QRP, LPC
Case Manager (Cary, NC)
Patti Stubbs, RN, COHN
Case Manager (Winterville, NC)
Pamela Teachey, RN, CCM, CLCP
Case Manager (Dudley, NC)
Patti Terrill, BSN, RN, MPH, COHN-S
Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Teri Tollefson, BA, CDMS, CCM
Senior Case Manager (Wilmington, NC)
Kim Treece, MS, CRC
Case Manager (Greenville, NC)
Linda Salzman, M.Ed., CRC
Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Leslie Van Staalduinen, MS, CRC
Case Manager (Pantego, NC)
John Watts, M.Ed., CDMS, CRP
Case Manager (Manteo, NC)
Karen Barwick, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Four Oaks, NC)
Karen received an Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Johnston Community College in Smithfield, NC. Since 2004, she has been working in medical case management for worker’s compensation clients. She was previously employed by a company out of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania where she provided medical case management for Eastern North Carolina and surrounding states. She also worked with Employers to obtain pre-injury and modified job descriptions. Prior to working as a medical case manager she specialized in Cardiac nursing where she worked with mostly a geriatric population and Emergency nursing in the Johnston County area and where she obtained certification in trauma nursing, advanced cardiac life support and pediatric cardiac life support.
Case Manager
(Four Oaks, NC)
Karen received an Associate’s Degree in Nursing from Johnston Community College in Smithfield, NC. Since 2004, she has been working in medical case management for worker’s compensation clients. She was previously employed by a company out of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania where she provided medical case management for Eastern North Carolina and surrounding states. She also worked with Employers to obtain pre-injury and modified job descriptions. Prior to working as a medical case manager she specialized in Cardiac nursing where she worked with mostly a geriatric population and Emergency nursing in the Johnston County area and where she obtained certification in trauma nursing, advanced cardiac life support and pediatric cardiac life support.
Eva Bordeaux, RN, CCM
CLCP—Certified Life Care Planner
(Wilmington, NC)
Eva has been providing medical case management for workers' compensation cases since 1993. Eva joined CCM in 1996. She is also experienced in accident and health, auto liability and catastrophic cases. Eva assisted in the development of the CCM Cost/Benefit Analysis Protocol. Eva has experience in occupational/industrial nursing and clinical research. She was previously a staff nurse at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Eva is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Eva is also our Certified Life Care Planner and specializes in writing Life Care Plans and Medicare Set Asides.
CLCP—Certified Life Care Planner
(Wilmington, NC)
Eva has been providing medical case management for workers' compensation cases since 1993. Eva joined CCM in 1996. She is also experienced in accident and health, auto liability and catastrophic cases. Eva assisted in the development of the CCM Cost/Benefit Analysis Protocol. Eva has experience in occupational/industrial nursing and clinical research. She was previously a staff nurse at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Eva is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Eva is also our Certified Life Care Planner and specializes in writing Life Care Plans and Medicare Set Asides.
Jacqueline Jessie, BA, CDMS
Senior Case Manager; Job Seeking Skills Instructor
(Hope Mills, NC)
Jackie earned a BA from Mercy College in Detroit in 1983 and then worked with the rehabilitation of convicted felons sentenced by the Cumberland County Superior Courts. She developed an interest in vocational rehabilitation for people with various disabilities and became employed by the North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation in Fayetteville as a Correctional Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. While employed by North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (NCDVR), she was promoted to Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II General and Physical Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. Following 4 years of employment with NCDVR, Jackie has worked for 13 years in the private sector providing vocational rehabilitation services for injured workers. Jackie is a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) and a member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP). She is also the JSS specialist for CCM.
Senior Case Manager; Job Seeking Skills Instructor
(Hope Mills, NC)
Jackie earned a BA from Mercy College in Detroit in 1983 and then worked with the rehabilitation of convicted felons sentenced by the Cumberland County Superior Courts. She developed an interest in vocational rehabilitation for people with various disabilities and became employed by the North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation in Fayetteville as a Correctional Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. While employed by North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (NCDVR), she was promoted to Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor II General and Physical Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor. Following 4 years of employment with NCDVR, Jackie has worked for 13 years in the private sector providing vocational rehabilitation services for injured workers. Jackie is a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) and a member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP). She is also the JSS specialist for CCM.
Daryl Howett, RN, BSN, CCM
Case Manager
(LaGrange, NC)
Daryl earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from East Carolina University in 1986. Past nursing experience includes surgical intensive care, oncology, labor and delivery, home health care administration and case management with Workers’ Compensation and managed care insurance. She has been a certified case manager since 2001.
Case Manager
(LaGrange, NC)
Daryl earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from East Carolina University in 1986. Past nursing experience includes surgical intensive care, oncology, labor and delivery, home health care administration and case management with Workers’ Compensation and managed care insurance. She has been a certified case manager since 2001.
Patti Terrill, BSN, RN, MPH, COHN-S
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Patti received her undergraduate and Master’s degree in Public Health/Occupational Health Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1994. She is a NC Nurse Scholars Scholarship recipient and attained the Sigma Theta Tau Invitational. Since then Patti has worked with numerous companies in both disability management and occupational health as a senior occupational health nurse consultant. Employed with Carolina Case Management since 2000 Patti enjoys challenging situations by striving for excellence. She uses both her experiences and knowledge to attain optimal outcomes for all parties including recovery and return to work.
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Patti received her undergraduate and Master’s degree in Public Health/Occupational Health Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1994. She is a NC Nurse Scholars Scholarship recipient and attained the Sigma Theta Tau Invitational. Since then Patti has worked with numerous companies in both disability management and occupational health as a senior occupational health nurse consultant. Employed with Carolina Case Management since 2000 Patti enjoys challenging situations by striving for excellence. She uses both her experiences and knowledge to attain optimal outcomes for all parties including recovery and return to work.
Paula Howard, MSN, RN, CCM, CLCP
Senior Case Manager; Senior MSA Specialist
(Raleigh, NC)
Paula earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Niagara University, Niagara Falls, New York and a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her nursing experience includes public health, medical and surgical intensive care, and home healthcare. Her case management experience is also with workers’ compensation and managed care insurance. She is a certified Case Manager (CCM) and a certified Life Care Planner (LCP) and a member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP). Paula is also CCM’s Senior Medicare Set Aside Agreements (MSA) Specialist.
Senior Case Manager; Senior MSA Specialist
(Raleigh, NC)
Paula earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Niagara University, Niagara Falls, New York and a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her nursing experience includes public health, medical and surgical intensive care, and home healthcare. Her case management experience is also with workers’ compensation and managed care insurance. She is a certified Case Manager (CCM) and a certified Life Care Planner (LCP) and a member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP). Paula is also CCM’s Senior Medicare Set Aside Agreements (MSA) Specialist.
Margaret Costello, RN, COHN-S, CCM
Senior Case Manager
(Wilmington, NC)
Margaret received her nursing degree from the Catholic Medical Center School of Nursing in 1977 and St. John’s University in 1983. She has been providing case management services for workers’ compensation claims since 1990. She has worked in Occupational Health since 1989 providing these services to both private industry and various municipalities. She also has experience in emergency nursing as well as providing case management services to the New York City Police Department-Health Services Division.
Senior Case Manager
(Wilmington, NC)
Margaret received her nursing degree from the Catholic Medical Center School of Nursing in 1977 and St. John’s University in 1983. She has been providing case management services for workers’ compensation claims since 1990. She has worked in Occupational Health since 1989 providing these services to both private industry and various municipalities. She also has experience in emergency nursing as well as providing case management services to the New York City Police Department-Health Services Division.
Dollinda Schaeffer, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Cary, NC)
Beginning in 1997 Dollinda has acquired nursing expertise in the area of workers' compensation case management, pro-actively assisting injured workers with their rehab goals. Before coming to CCM she spent three years as the designated case manager for a major municipal government in Northern Virginia. Her nursing experience also includes three years as a circulating RN in the operating room. Dollinda holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Allen College, Waterloo, IA, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Pathology & Audiology from the University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA. She is a graduate of the Southwestern Paralegal Institute in Houston, TX. She is credentialed as a Certified Case Manager (CCM), and is a Life Coach.
Case Manager
(Cary, NC)
Beginning in 1997 Dollinda has acquired nursing expertise in the area of workers' compensation case management, pro-actively assisting injured workers with their rehab goals. Before coming to CCM she spent three years as the designated case manager for a major municipal government in Northern Virginia. Her nursing experience also includes three years as a circulating RN in the operating room. Dollinda holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Allen College, Waterloo, IA, as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Pathology & Audiology from the University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA. She is a graduate of the Southwestern Paralegal Institute in Houston, TX. She is credentialed as a Certified Case Manager (CCM), and is a Life Coach.
Judy Meyer, BSN, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Judy received a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Since 1998, she has been providing pro-active medical case management for workers’ compensation clients. She has also assisted property and liability adjusters as well as workers’ compensation adjusters to facilitate quality, cost effective care and greater utilization of medical services. Prior to working as a medical case manager, Judy was employed as a primary nurse at Wake Med Rehab working with the neurodiagnostic, multi-trauma and orthopedic client population in the inpatient rehab setting. Ms. Meyer is member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP).
Senior Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Judy received a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Since 1998, she has been providing pro-active medical case management for workers’ compensation clients. She has also assisted property and liability adjusters as well as workers’ compensation adjusters to facilitate quality, cost effective care and greater utilization of medical services. Prior to working as a medical case manager, Judy was employed as a primary nurse at Wake Med Rehab working with the neurodiagnostic, multi-trauma and orthopedic client population in the inpatient rehab setting. Ms. Meyer is member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP).
Shelley Jones, MS, CRC
Supervisor
(Greensboro, NC)
Shelley earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Tennessee in 1990 and a Masters of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University in 1992. She is currently a labor market specialist and a senior case manager. She has been working since 1992 providing vocational rehabilitation services both in the private and public sectors. While working in western North Carolina, Shelley received training and significant experience in expediting the return to work efforts of a wide variety of disability populations. She is currently a Quality Assurance Coordinator and plans and presents in-house training seminars for Carolina Case Management. She is also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
Supervisor
(Greensboro, NC)
Shelley earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Tennessee in 1990 and a Masters of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Georgia State University in 1992. She is currently a labor market specialist and a senior case manager. She has been working since 1992 providing vocational rehabilitation services both in the private and public sectors. While working in western North Carolina, Shelley received training and significant experience in expediting the return to work efforts of a wide variety of disability populations. She is currently a Quality Assurance Coordinator and plans and presents in-house training seminars for Carolina Case Management. She is also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC).
Teri Tollefson, BA, CDMS, CCM
Senior Case Manager
(Wilmington, NC)
Teri is a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) and a Certified Case Manager (CCM) with a Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan State University. She has 17 years of experience as a case manager, providing both medical and vocational case management services for workers’ compensation, veteran’s programs, long-term disability, and auto liability. While working for private rehab in Florida, she developed an intensive job seeking skills program and assisted in managing a satellite office. Prior to this, she was an employment counselor with Job Services and JTPA, receiving extensive training in vocational testing and working with individuals with all types of barriers to employment. Teri is a member of the National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) and International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP).
Senior Case Manager
(Wilmington, NC)
Teri is a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) and a Certified Case Manager (CCM) with a Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan State University. She has 17 years of experience as a case manager, providing both medical and vocational case management services for workers’ compensation, veteran’s programs, long-term disability, and auto liability. While working for private rehab in Florida, she developed an intensive job seeking skills program and assisted in managing a satellite office. Prior to this, she was an employment counselor with Job Services and JTPA, receiving extensive training in vocational testing and working with individuals with all types of barriers to employment. Teri is a member of the National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) and International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP).
Kimberly F. Deal, MS, CRC
Senior Case Manager
(Wilson, NC)
Kim earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and Vocational Evaluation from East Carolina University in Greenville, NC. Kim’s career experience includes Vocational Counseling with the North Carolina Division of Rehabilitation Services in Wilson, NC. In addition to being a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), she has knowledge and practice of job development, placement and case management skills. Additional professional affiliations include membership in the National Rehabilitation Counseling Association (NRCA) and International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP). Kim currently serves as Treasure for NRCA.
Senior Case Manager
(Wilson, NC)
Kim earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and Vocational Evaluation from East Carolina University in Greenville, NC. Kim’s career experience includes Vocational Counseling with the North Carolina Division of Rehabilitation Services in Wilson, NC. In addition to being a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), she has knowledge and practice of job development, placement and case management skills. Additional professional affiliations include membership in the National Rehabilitation Counseling Association (NRCA) and International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP). Kim currently serves as Treasure for NRCA.
Patti Stubbs, RN, COHN
Case Manager
(Winterville, NC)
Patti Stubbs is a Registered Nurse and Certified Occupational Health Nurse. Patti's past experience includes occupational health nursing providing one site treatment to injured employee's and pro active case management to facilitate early return to work. Patti has also worked as an Instructor at Pitt Community College in the Certified Nursing Assistant Program, home health. Geriatrics, student health and as a staff nurse at Pitt County Memorial Hospital. Patti is a well known speaker for Carolina Case Management and is approved to provide continuing education seminars to the private sector of rehabilitation.
Case Manager
(Winterville, NC)
Patti Stubbs is a Registered Nurse and Certified Occupational Health Nurse. Patti's past experience includes occupational health nursing providing one site treatment to injured employee's and pro active case management to facilitate early return to work. Patti has also worked as an Instructor at Pitt Community College in the Certified Nursing Assistant Program, home health. Geriatrics, student health and as a staff nurse at Pitt County Memorial Hospital. Patti is a well known speaker for Carolina Case Management and is approved to provide continuing education seminars to the private sector of rehabilitation.
Lisa Parker, MS, CRC
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Lisa earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Appalachian State University. She obtained her Master’s Degree from East Carolina University double majoring in Rehabilitation Counseling and Vocational Evaluation while working full-time for the North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services. She has 17 years experience in both vocational counseling and vocational evaluation. In addition to being a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, she has knowledge and practice in the areas of vocational evaluation, on-site evaluation, job development and job placement. Her professional affiliations include The National Rehabilitation Association (Division of Vocational Evaluators and Work Adjustment Association) and The International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals. She is also active in her local chapter of The National Rehabilitation Association.
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Lisa earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Appalachian State University. She obtained her Master’s Degree from East Carolina University double majoring in Rehabilitation Counseling and Vocational Evaluation while working full-time for the North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services. She has 17 years experience in both vocational counseling and vocational evaluation. In addition to being a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, she has knowledge and practice in the areas of vocational evaluation, on-site evaluation, job development and job placement. Her professional affiliations include The National Rehabilitation Association (Division of Vocational Evaluators and Work Adjustment Association) and The International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals. She is also active in her local chapter of The National Rehabilitation Association.
Sandy Frost, MS, CRC
Case Manager
(Greensboro, NC)
Sandy received a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education with a minor in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and Vocational Evaluation from East Carolina University. She is also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) with many years of experience in these areas as well as with job placement/careers and counseling. Since 1990, she has been providing vocational and medical case management services to injured workers, which includes vocational evaluation, transferable skills analysis, job analysis, job placement and labor market surveys which result in return to work for the injured worker. Sandy has also provided employability assessments for individuals seeking long-term disability or contesting being fired based on the American Disability Act. Sandy is a member of the IARP and the Triad Chapter of North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP).
Case Manager
(Greensboro, NC)
Sandy received a Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education with a minor in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling and Vocational Evaluation from East Carolina University. She is also a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) with many years of experience in these areas as well as with job placement/careers and counseling. Since 1990, she has been providing vocational and medical case management services to injured workers, which includes vocational evaluation, transferable skills analysis, job analysis, job placement and labor market surveys which result in return to work for the injured worker. Sandy has also provided employability assessments for individuals seeking long-term disability or contesting being fired based on the American Disability Act. Sandy is a member of the IARP and the Triad Chapter of North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP).
Allison Parker, M.Ed., CRC
Supervisor
(Raleigh, NC)
Allison graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She worked for 5 years as a Rehabilitation Counselor for the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services in Dunn, NC. While employed with NCDVR, she decided to return to school to obtain her Master’s degree. She graduated from Campbell University with a Master of Education degree in Guidance and Counseling. She obtained her Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) designation in October 1995. She has been employed in the rehabilitation field since 1989 and in private rehabilitation since 1995. She is experienced in the areas of vocational evaluation, job placement, case management, job site evaluation, job seeking skills training, job coaching, critical incident stress debriefing, long term disability, job analyses and vocational counseling. Allison is a member of IARP, the Triangle Chapter of North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP) and a board member of the Educational Planning Committee.
Supervisor
(Raleigh, NC)
Allison graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She worked for 5 years as a Rehabilitation Counselor for the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services in Dunn, NC. While employed with NCDVR, she decided to return to school to obtain her Master’s degree. She graduated from Campbell University with a Master of Education degree in Guidance and Counseling. She obtained her Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) designation in October 1995. She has been employed in the rehabilitation field since 1989 and in private rehabilitation since 1995. She is experienced in the areas of vocational evaluation, job placement, case management, job site evaluation, job seeking skills training, job coaching, critical incident stress debriefing, long term disability, job analyses and vocational counseling. Allison is a member of IARP, the Triangle Chapter of North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP) and a board member of the Educational Planning Committee.
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Susan Byers, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Fayetteville, NC)
Susan is a 1974 graduate of Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing in Charlotte, NC. She has experience in long term care, home health and Case Management. She worked in long term care as a staff nurse and Director of Nursing. In home health she held positions as a Home Health Nurse, Manager of a Private Duty program and Director of Nursing of a Home Care Agency. Private case management experience is primarily in the workers’ compensation arena. Susan has lived in Fayetteville, NC since 1988 and is a certified case manager.
Case Manager
(Fayetteville, NC)
Susan is a 1974 graduate of Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing in Charlotte, NC. She has experience in long term care, home health and Case Management. She worked in long term care as a staff nurse and Director of Nursing. In home health she held positions as a Home Health Nurse, Manager of a Private Duty program and Director of Nursing of a Home Care Agency. Private case management experience is primarily in the workers’ compensation arena. Susan has lived in Fayetteville, NC since 1988 and is a certified case manager.
Sue Brewer, RN, MSN, CCM
Case Manager
(Cary, NC)
Sue graduated from the University of Iowa with her BSN in 1987. She graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina with her MSN in 1991. She has 5 years of hospital experience, 7 years of Home Health experience and 8 years of Rehabilitation experience. She is a member of the Academy of Certified Case Managers (ACCM).
Case Manager
(Cary, NC)
Sue graduated from the University of Iowa with her BSN in 1987. She graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina with her MSN in 1991. She has 5 years of hospital experience, 7 years of Home Health experience and 8 years of Rehabilitation experience. She is a member of the Academy of Certified Case Managers (ACCM).
Rachel Boling, MS, CRC
Case Manager
(Southport, NC)
Rachel has twelve years of experience in case management. She earned a BA degree in Social Work from East Carolina University and a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from ECU. Rachel holds the title of CRC and has provided expert testimony for workers’ compensation cases and ADA cases. Rachel has worked for various customers such as VA, WC carriers, LTD carriers and both plaintiff and defense attorneys. A counseling background enables Rachel to effectively work with those who have endured trauma, have psychological issues and/or substance abuse problems. Rachel has undergone training in geriatric care management and is a member of the North Carolina Rehabilitation Counseling Association.
Case Manager
(Southport, NC)
Rachel has twelve years of experience in case management. She earned a BA degree in Social Work from East Carolina University and a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from ECU. Rachel holds the title of CRC and has provided expert testimony for workers’ compensation cases and ADA cases. Rachel has worked for various customers such as VA, WC carriers, LTD carriers and both plaintiff and defense attorneys. A counseling background enables Rachel to effectively work with those who have endured trauma, have psychological issues and/or substance abuse problems. Rachel has undergone training in geriatric care management and is a member of the North Carolina Rehabilitation Counseling Association.
Carol Harris, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Carol received her nursing degree in 1990. She has a variety of experience including eleven years in rehab nursing at WakeMed Acute Rehab Hospital, rehab coordinator for a sub-acute therapy company, as well as experience in medical case management for workers’ compensation clients since March 1998. In addition, Carol has previously served as a board member of the NC Association of Rehab Nurses.
Senior Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Carol received her nursing degree in 1990. She has a variety of experience including eleven years in rehab nursing at WakeMed Acute Rehab Hospital, rehab coordinator for a sub-acute therapy company, as well as experience in medical case management for workers’ compensation clients since March 1998. In addition, Carol has previously served as a board member of the NC Association of Rehab Nurses.
Pam Harris, MA, CRC, LPC, CCM
Sr. Disability Analyst & Diplomate, Senior Case Manager
(Wake Forest, NC)
Pam earned a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Psychology at Appalachian State University in 1982. She was employed by the NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation for ten years in various capacities before entering private sector vocational rehabilitation in 1993. She has extensive experience in conducting labor market surveys, locating community resources, serving as an expert witness, providing vocational assessments/job placements, and vocational case management. She is a member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP). Most recently she served on the faculty of Wake AHEC, teaching the Rehabilitation Services portion of the CCM Prep Course.
Sr. Disability Analyst & Diplomate, Senior Case Manager
(Wake Forest, NC)
Pam earned a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Psychology at Appalachian State University in 1982. She was employed by the NC Division of Vocational Rehabilitation for ten years in various capacities before entering private sector vocational rehabilitation in 1993. She has extensive experience in conducting labor market surveys, locating community resources, serving as an expert witness, providing vocational assessments/job placements, and vocational case management. She is a member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP). Most recently she served on the faculty of Wake AHEC, teaching the Rehabilitation Services portion of the CCM Prep Course.
Leslie Van Staalduinen, MS, CRC
Case Manager
(Pantego, NC)
Leslie graduated from Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1991 with a BA. She then received a Master’s degree in 1994 in Rehabilitation Counseling and Vocational Evaluation from East Carolina University. Leslie began working in private rehabilitation and has experience in the areas of hardening, vocational evaluation, job placement, case management, job site evaluation and vocational counseling. Leslie is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and is a member of the International Association of Rehab Professionals and the Carolina Chapter of Rehab Professionals.
Case Manager
(Pantego, NC)
Leslie graduated from Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 1991 with a BA. She then received a Master’s degree in 1994 in Rehabilitation Counseling and Vocational Evaluation from East Carolina University. Leslie began working in private rehabilitation and has experience in the areas of hardening, vocational evaluation, job placement, case management, job site evaluation and vocational counseling. Leslie is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and is a member of the International Association of Rehab Professionals and the Carolina Chapter of Rehab Professionals.
Linda Salzman, M.Ed., CRC
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Linda earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Long Island University in New York. She obtained her Master of Education degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Georgia. In 2001, Linda obtained her Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) designation. She is experienced in the areas of vocational counseling, job seeking skills training, job placement, vocational assessment and other employment- related services. Linda started working in the field of rehabilitation in 1974. She has worked with all disability populations throughout her career span and has been providing vocational rehabilitation services in both the public and private sectors since 1994. She is currently a member of the National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) and the North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP).
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Linda earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Long Island University in New York. She obtained her Master of Education degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Georgia. In 2001, Linda obtained her Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) designation. She is experienced in the areas of vocational counseling, job seeking skills training, job placement, vocational assessment and other employment- related services. Linda started working in the field of rehabilitation in 1974. She has worked with all disability populations throughout her career span and has been providing vocational rehabilitation services in both the public and private sectors since 1994. She is currently a member of the National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) and the North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP).
Zoe Dyer, RN, CCM, CCS
Case Manager
(N. Topsail Beach, NC)
Zoe earned her Nursing degree from North Georgia University in Dahlonega Georgia. She has experience in Coronary Care and Home Health Nursing. She has eight years experience in Acute Care Case Management including Acute Inpatient Rehab. She is a Certified Case Manager (CCM), a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and is licensed to practice nursing in Georgia and North Carolina.
Case Manager
(N. Topsail Beach, NC)
Zoe earned her Nursing degree from North Georgia University in Dahlonega Georgia. She has experience in Coronary Care and Home Health Nursing. She has eight years experience in Acute Care Case Management including Acute Inpatient Rehab. She is a Certified Case Manager (CCM), a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and is licensed to practice nursing in Georgia and North Carolina.
Lee Landreth, RN, MPH, COHN-S
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Lee has been a Board Certified Occupational Health Nurse Specialist (COHN-S) since 1986. She received her Master’s Degree in Public Health with a specialty in Occupational Health and Safety fro UNC-Chapel Hill in 1988. Her BSN was received in 1980 from East Carolina University. Lee has more than 25 years experience working with various companies as an occupational health and safety consultant providing occupational health and safety services, including worksite analysis, Workers’ Compensation management programs, healthcare risk management, ergonomics, cost/benefit analyses and medical case management. Lee has also taught numerous seminars, workshops and train-the-trainer programs on various occupational health and safety, risk management and Workers’ Compensation management programs.
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Lee has been a Board Certified Occupational Health Nurse Specialist (COHN-S) since 1986. She received her Master’s Degree in Public Health with a specialty in Occupational Health and Safety fro UNC-Chapel Hill in 1988. Her BSN was received in 1980 from East Carolina University. Lee has more than 25 years experience working with various companies as an occupational health and safety consultant providing occupational health and safety services, including worksite analysis, Workers’ Compensation management programs, healthcare risk management, ergonomics, cost/benefit analyses and medical case management. Lee has also taught numerous seminars, workshops and train-the-trainer programs on various occupational health and safety, risk management and Workers’ Compensation management programs.
Scott Perry, BS, CDMS
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Scott has been a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) since 1996, with a Bachelor’s degree from N.C. State University and Master’s coursework in Counseling Education-Vocational Testing. He has been providing medical and vocational case management services in central and eastern North Carolina in the private rehabilitation sector since 1991. He has four years of experience as a supervisor in vocational rehabilitation. He worked with state referred vocational rehabilitation clients for three years in a private non-profit company. He has experience providing services in Worker’s Compensation, Long Term Disability, and with the Veterans Affairs programs. Other training includes certification to provide Vocational Evaluations to adult brain injured individuals, and experience conducting Ergonomic Evaluations for office and industrial workers. Some of the service areas he provides include- Vocational Evaluation, Vocational Counseling, Job Seeking and Preparation Skills, Job Placement, Labor Market Surveys, and Job Training coordination.
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Scott has been a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) since 1996, with a Bachelor’s degree from N.C. State University and Master’s coursework in Counseling Education-Vocational Testing. He has been providing medical and vocational case management services in central and eastern North Carolina in the private rehabilitation sector since 1991. He has four years of experience as a supervisor in vocational rehabilitation. He worked with state referred vocational rehabilitation clients for three years in a private non-profit company. He has experience providing services in Worker’s Compensation, Long Term Disability, and with the Veterans Affairs programs. Other training includes certification to provide Vocational Evaluations to adult brain injured individuals, and experience conducting Ergonomic Evaluations for office and industrial workers. Some of the service areas he provides include- Vocational Evaluation, Vocational Counseling, Job Seeking and Preparation Skills, Job Placement, Labor Market Surveys, and Job Training coordination.
Karen Lurie, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Kitty Hawk, NC)
Karen has over 35 years of experience in nursing. She has worked in the field of Workers’ Compensation since 1995. Karen is a Registered Nurse in North Carolina and is a Certified Case Manager (CCM).
Case Manager
(Kitty Hawk, NC)
Karen has over 35 years of experience in nursing. She has worked in the field of Workers’ Compensation since 1995. Karen is a Registered Nurse in North Carolina and is a Certified Case Manager (CCM).
Pamela Teachey, RN, CCM, CLCP
Case Manager
(Dudley, NC)
Pam earned her degree in nursing in 1992. She has been employed for nine years in workers’ compensation rehabilitation case management. In the past, Pam has provided case management services to short and long-term disability claimants. In addition, Pam has experience as a Rehabilitation Supervisor and Assistant Director of Nursing in geriatric care. Prior nursing experience includes clinical med-surg nursing, nursing home and home health services. Pam obtained Certification for Case Management (CCM) in 1999, Certification for Life Care Planning and Medicare Set Asides in 2006.
Case Manager
(Dudley, NC)
Pam earned her degree in nursing in 1992. She has been employed for nine years in workers’ compensation rehabilitation case management. In the past, Pam has provided case management services to short and long-term disability claimants. In addition, Pam has experience as a Rehabilitation Supervisor and Assistant Director of Nursing in geriatric care. Prior nursing experience includes clinical med-surg nursing, nursing home and home health services. Pam obtained Certification for Case Management (CCM) in 1999, Certification for Life Care Planning and Medicare Set Asides in 2006.
John Watts, M.Ed., CDMS, CRP
Case Manager
(Manteo, NC)
John received a Masters in Education from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. He has over 25 years experience in vocational rehabilitation and employment services. John is a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) and a Certified Rehabilitation Provider (CRP).
Case Manager
(Manteo, NC)
John received a Masters in Education from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. He has over 25 years experience in vocational rehabilitation and employment services. John is a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) and a Certified Rehabilitation Provider (CRP).
Stephanie Jackson-Tkac, RN, BSN, CCM
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Stephanie earned her Bachelor of Science Nursing degree at East Carolina University. Past nursing experience in 3 major medical centers includes surgical trauma, cardiac, orthopedic and infusion specialty. She has worked in supervisory roles in Home Health Infusion and with the American Red Cross. She is a Certified Case Manager with experience providing case management services for workers’ compensation since 1999.
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Stephanie earned her Bachelor of Science Nursing degree at East Carolina University. Past nursing experience in 3 major medical centers includes surgical trauma, cardiac, orthopedic and infusion specialty. She has worked in supervisory roles in Home Health Infusion and with the American Red Cross. She is a Certified Case Manager with experience providing case management services for workers’ compensation since 1999.
Melissa Stewart, MS, CRC, QRP, LPC
Case Manager
(Cary, NC)
Melissa is a native of Raleigh, NC who received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from North Carolina State University in 1993 and a Master’s Degree in Substance Abuse Counseling and Rehabilitation Counseling from East Carolina University in May, 1996. Her experience began in 1995 where she worked as a job coach identifying employment opportunities for individuals with work related injuries. Upon completion of her Master's Degree and earning her C.R.C. in 1996, she gained experience completing vocational assessments, labor market surveys, transferable skills analyses, and job analyses. She also completed a training manual for entry-level counselors. In 2001, she came to Carolina Case Management, Inc. where she continues to provide vocational services to individuals who have sustained physical disabilities. Melissa also has experience assisting individuals with mental illness, cognitive impairments, brain injuries, and developmental delays by locating suitable employment through the administering of vocational tests/evaluations, identifying job skills, and assisting with job search. She is also a Licensed Outpatient Psychotherapist/Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist where she assesses, diagnoses and provides clinical services to individuals, families, and groups diagnosed with mental illness, substance abuse, and developmental disorders.
Case Manager
(Cary, NC)
Melissa is a native of Raleigh, NC who received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from North Carolina State University in 1993 and a Master’s Degree in Substance Abuse Counseling and Rehabilitation Counseling from East Carolina University in May, 1996. Her experience began in 1995 where she worked as a job coach identifying employment opportunities for individuals with work related injuries. Upon completion of her Master's Degree and earning her C.R.C. in 1996, she gained experience completing vocational assessments, labor market surveys, transferable skills analyses, and job analyses. She also completed a training manual for entry-level counselors. In 2001, she came to Carolina Case Management, Inc. where she continues to provide vocational services to individuals who have sustained physical disabilities. Melissa also has experience assisting individuals with mental illness, cognitive impairments, brain injuries, and developmental delays by locating suitable employment through the administering of vocational tests/evaluations, identifying job skills, and assisting with job search. She is also a Licensed Outpatient Psychotherapist/Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist where she assesses, diagnoses and provides clinical services to individuals, families, and groups diagnosed with mental illness, substance abuse, and developmental disorders.
Robert Perry, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Rob earned his nursing degree from Amarillo College in 1992. Following graduation he was a critical care nurse with a special focus on Neuro Trauma. He has also spent time as a hospice nurse earning certification as a CHPN during this period of his career. Since 2001 Rob has been working in the Case Management department at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. From 2005 until 2008 Rob was the Manager for Case Management Services. In this last role he supervised a team of professional Acute Care Case Managers performing utilization review, discharge planning and documentation improvement. Rob and his family relocated to North Carolina at the end of 2008
Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Rob earned his nursing degree from Amarillo College in 1992. Following graduation he was a critical care nurse with a special focus on Neuro Trauma. He has also spent time as a hospice nurse earning certification as a CHPN during this period of his career. Since 2001 Rob has been working in the Case Management department at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. From 2005 until 2008 Rob was the Manager for Case Management Services. In this last role he supervised a team of professional Acute Care Case Managers performing utilization review, discharge planning and documentation improvement. Rob and his family relocated to North Carolina at the end of 2008
Virginia
Karen Lurie, RN, CCMCase Manager (Virginia Beach, VA via Kitty Hawk, NC)
Ruth M. Schriefer, RN
Case Manager (Virginia Beach, VA)
John Watts, M.Ed., CDMS, CRP
Case Manager (Virginia Beach, VA via Manteo, NC)
Barbara Pollock, MS, CRC, LPC, QRP
Senior Case Manager
(Wake Forest, NC)
Barbara earned a Bachelor's degree from Skidmore College, majoring in Sociology. She then received a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1991. She has worked in the private sector since 1991 specializing in Vocational Rehabilitation. Barbara is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Qualified Rehabilitation Provider (QRP) in Virginia. She works primarily in Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina, but can also cover eastern Tennessee and southwestern Virginia. In addition to providing vocational rehabilitation services, she markets vocational assessment and vocational services to divorce attorneys. Barbara is also an expert in vocational testimony. She is also active in the NC Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP).
Senior Case Manager
(Wake Forest, NC)
Barbara earned a Bachelor's degree from Skidmore College, majoring in Sociology. She then received a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1991. She has worked in the private sector since 1991 specializing in Vocational Rehabilitation. Barbara is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Qualified Rehabilitation Provider (QRP) in Virginia. She works primarily in Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina, but can also cover eastern Tennessee and southwestern Virginia. In addition to providing vocational rehabilitation services, she markets vocational assessment and vocational services to divorce attorneys. Barbara is also an expert in vocational testimony. She is also active in the NC Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP).
Ruth M. Schriefer, RN
Case Manager
(Virginia Beach, VA)
Ruth graduated from The School of Practical Nursing at Norfolk General Hospital in 1971. She earned her nursing degree from Norfolk State University in 1980. Ruth has 12 years experience in medical rehabilitation, 10 years emergency room nursing, 7 years home health assessment, Medicare recertification, employee health and quality assurance nurse for a home health agency.
Case Manager
(Virginia Beach, VA)
Ruth graduated from The School of Practical Nursing at Norfolk General Hospital in 1971. She earned her nursing degree from Norfolk State University in 1980. Ruth has 12 years experience in medical rehabilitation, 10 years emergency room nursing, 7 years home health assessment, Medicare recertification, employee health and quality assurance nurse for a home health agency.
Karen Lurie, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Virginia Beach, VA via Kitty Hawk, NC)
Karen has over 35 years of experience in nursing. She has worked in the field of Workers’ Compensation since 1995. Karen is a Registered Nurse in North Carolina and is a Certified Case Manager (CCM).
Case Manager
(Virginia Beach, VA via Kitty Hawk, NC)
Karen has over 35 years of experience in nursing. She has worked in the field of Workers’ Compensation since 1995. Karen is a Registered Nurse in North Carolina and is a Certified Case Manager (CCM).
John Watts, M.Ed., CDMS, CRP
Case Manager
(Virginia Beach, VA via Manteo, NC)
John received a Masters in Education from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. He has over 25 years experience in vocational rehabilitation and employment services. John is a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) and a Certified Rehabilitation Provider (CRP).
Case Manager
(Virginia Beach, VA via Manteo, NC)
John received a Masters in Education from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. He has over 25 years experience in vocational rehabilitation and employment services. John is a Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) and a Certified Rehabilitation Provider (CRP).
South Carolina
Sandy Collins, RN, CDMS, CCMCase Manager (Myrtle Beach, SC)
Cindy Cook, RN, COHN
Senior Case Manager (Greenville/Spartanburg, SC
via Fairview, NC)
Stasia Hann, RN, BSN, CCM
Case Manager, Bilingual (Fort Mill, SC)
Barbara Pollock, MS, CRC, LPC, QRP
Senior Case Manager (Greenville/Spartanburg, SC via Wake Forest, NC)
Darlene Ligon, RN
Case Manager (Simpsonville/Greenville, SC)
Donna Phillips, RN, CCM
Case Manager (North Charleston, SC)
Carol Powers, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Spartanburg, SC)
Suzie Price, RN
Case Manager (Lamar/Florence, SC)
Dana Sarti, BSN, RN, CRNI, CCM
Case Manager (Greenville/Spartanburg, SC via Sylva, NC)
Katie Schopp, RN, CCM
Case Manager (Lexington, SC)
Darlene Ligon, RN
Case Manager
(Simpsonville/Greenville, SC)
Darlene Ligon graduated as a licensed practical nurse from Spartanburg Regional Hospital in Spartanburg, SC in 1972. She attended Greenville Technical College and graduated as a RN in 1993. She worked as a Worker's Comp Telephonic Case Manager for 3 years, then worked as a case manager for VistaCare Hospice, Hospice of the Carolina's and Spartanburg Regional Hospice. Darlene began a career as a Worker's Comp Field Case Manager in Mount Holly, NC and has continued to pursue her career as an onsite Nurse Case Manager.
Case Manager
(Simpsonville/Greenville, SC)
Darlene Ligon graduated as a licensed practical nurse from Spartanburg Regional Hospital in Spartanburg, SC in 1972. She attended Greenville Technical College and graduated as a RN in 1993. She worked as a Worker's Comp Telephonic Case Manager for 3 years, then worked as a case manager for VistaCare Hospice, Hospice of the Carolina's and Spartanburg Regional Hospice. Darlene began a career as a Worker's Comp Field Case Manager in Mount Holly, NC and has continued to pursue her career as an onsite Nurse Case Manager.
Donna Phillips, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(North Charleston, SC)
Donna earned her nursing degree from Trident Technical College in Charleston, SC in 1993. She worked for 5 years in an ambulatory surgery center that specialized in orthopedics, pediatrics, ophthalmology, women's care, pain management, etc. She has also worked in an ambulatory surgery center that specializes only in orthopedics. She has over 10 years of experience in case management and is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Donna is married with two daughters, one grandson, and one granddaughter; she loves to spend time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. Her hobbies include reading, swimming, and golfing.
Case Manager
(North Charleston, SC)
Donna earned her nursing degree from Trident Technical College in Charleston, SC in 1993. She worked for 5 years in an ambulatory surgery center that specialized in orthopedics, pediatrics, ophthalmology, women's care, pain management, etc. She has also worked in an ambulatory surgery center that specializes only in orthopedics. She has over 10 years of experience in case management and is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Donna is married with two daughters, one grandson, and one granddaughter; she loves to spend time with her husband, children, and grandchildren. Her hobbies include reading, swimming, and golfing.
Suzie Price, RN
Case Manager
(Lamar/Florence, SC)
Suzie received her nursing degree from Robeson Community College in Lumberton, NC and has 18 years of nursing experience. She comes to CCM with a wide range of nursing experience ranging from Home Health, Family Practice, Healthcare Marketing for both Rehab facility and Long Term Acute Care, and Employee Health. Suzie has significant experience in Occupational Health (industry and hospital) as well as workers' compensation areas of nursing and medical case management. She has been residing in the Florence, SC area for 13 years. Suzie enjoys travel, her horses, dogs and cats and the peaceful setting of rural, country living.
Case Manager
(Lamar/Florence, SC)
Suzie received her nursing degree from Robeson Community College in Lumberton, NC and has 18 years of nursing experience. She comes to CCM with a wide range of nursing experience ranging from Home Health, Family Practice, Healthcare Marketing for both Rehab facility and Long Term Acute Care, and Employee Health. Suzie has significant experience in Occupational Health (industry and hospital) as well as workers' compensation areas of nursing and medical case management. She has been residing in the Florence, SC area for 13 years. Suzie enjoys travel, her horses, dogs and cats and the peaceful setting of rural, country living.
Barbara Pollock, MS, CRC, LPC, QRP
Senior Case Manager
(Greenville/Spartanburg, SC via Wake Forest, NC)
Barbara earned a Bachelor's degree from Skidmore College, majoring in Sociology. She then received a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1991. She has worked in the private sector since 1991 specializing in Vocational Rehabilitation. Barbara is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Qualified Rehabilitation Provider (QRP) in Virginia. She works primarily in Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina, but can also cover eastern Tennessee and southwestern Virginia. In addition to providing vocational rehabilitation services, she markets vocational assessment and vocational services to divorce attorneys. Barbara is also an expert in vocational testimony. She is also active in the NC Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP).
Senior Case Manager
(Greenville/Spartanburg, SC via Wake Forest, NC)
Barbara earned a Bachelor's degree from Skidmore College, majoring in Sociology. She then received a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1991. She has worked in the private sector since 1991 specializing in Vocational Rehabilitation. Barbara is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Qualified Rehabilitation Provider (QRP) in Virginia. She works primarily in Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina, but can also cover eastern Tennessee and southwestern Virginia. In addition to providing vocational rehabilitation services, she markets vocational assessment and vocational services to divorce attorneys. Barbara is also an expert in vocational testimony. She is also active in the NC Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP).
Cindy Cook, RN, COHN
Senior Case Manager
(Greenville/Spartanburg, SC via Fairview, NC)
Cindy received her nursing degree from Caldwell Community College in Hudson, NC. She worked as the Nursing Director for Sisters of Mercy Urgent Care Inc. for nine years and with Blue Ridge Bone & Joint as the Clinical Director for the two years. Cindy obtained her COHN (Certified Occupational Health Nurse) designation in 1997. Cindy is a member of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses (AAOHN). Areas of expertise include acute care, OSHA standards, orthopedic and correctional health care.
Senior Case Manager
(Greenville/Spartanburg, SC via Fairview, NC)
Cindy received her nursing degree from Caldwell Community College in Hudson, NC. She worked as the Nursing Director for Sisters of Mercy Urgent Care Inc. for nine years and with Blue Ridge Bone & Joint as the Clinical Director for the two years. Cindy obtained her COHN (Certified Occupational Health Nurse) designation in 1997. Cindy is a member of the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses (AAOHN). Areas of expertise include acute care, OSHA standards, orthopedic and correctional health care.
Dana Sarti, BSN, RN, CRNI, CCM
Case Manager
(Greenville/Spartanburg, SC via Sylva, NC)
Dana received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1980. She is a licensed registered nurse in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee. Dana’s nursing experience includes eighteen years of home health care management with a specialty in Home Infusion Therapy. Dana is certified as a Medical Case Manager since 2002 (CCM) and has experience with severe orthopedic and catastrophic injuries. Dana has additional certification as a Certified Registered Nurse in Infusion Therapy (CRNI), which includes certification for chemotherapy administration. Dana’s clinical nursing experience includes, home health with orthopedics and rehabilitation services, oncology, cardiology, Infectious disease treatment including AIDS/HIV care and education. Dana has been a member of the National Infusion Nurses Society and Oncology Nurses Society for ten years. She is a member of the North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP) in the Asheville, NC area. She lives in Sylva, North Carolina with her husband and two sons.
Case Manager
(Greenville/Spartanburg, SC via Sylva, NC)
Dana received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1980. She is a licensed registered nurse in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee. Dana’s nursing experience includes eighteen years of home health care management with a specialty in Home Infusion Therapy. Dana is certified as a Medical Case Manager since 2002 (CCM) and has experience with severe orthopedic and catastrophic injuries. Dana has additional certification as a Certified Registered Nurse in Infusion Therapy (CRNI), which includes certification for chemotherapy administration. Dana’s clinical nursing experience includes, home health with orthopedics and rehabilitation services, oncology, cardiology, Infectious disease treatment including AIDS/HIV care and education. Dana has been a member of the National Infusion Nurses Society and Oncology Nurses Society for ten years. She is a member of the North Carolina Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (NCARP) in the Asheville, NC area. She lives in Sylva, North Carolina with her husband and two sons.
Katie Schopp, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Lexington, NC)
Katie earned her nursing degree from Midlands Technical College in Columbia, SC in 1994. She has been a nurse for the past twelve years with strong work experience in trauma, orthopedics and chronic disease management. She began in a post-surgical unit at a hospital, transferred to ICU, and then went into the home health field after having her first child. She has been working as a nurse case manager since 1996. She is a licensed RN in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia and is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Katie is an active member of the local NCARP. Katie is married with two daughters and one of her favorite things to do is spend time with her family. She also volunteers for art projects and reading projects at her daughter’s schools monthly. Katie’s hobbies include traveling, gardening, and scrapbooking.
Case Manager
(Lexington, NC)
Katie earned her nursing degree from Midlands Technical College in Columbia, SC in 1994. She has been a nurse for the past twelve years with strong work experience in trauma, orthopedics and chronic disease management. She began in a post-surgical unit at a hospital, transferred to ICU, and then went into the home health field after having her first child. She has been working as a nurse case manager since 1996. She is a licensed RN in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia and is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Katie is an active member of the local NCARP. Katie is married with two daughters and one of her favorite things to do is spend time with her family. She also volunteers for art projects and reading projects at her daughter’s schools monthly. Katie’s hobbies include traveling, gardening, and scrapbooking.
Stasia Hann, RN, BSN, CCM
Case Manager, Bilingual
(Fort Mill, SC)
Stasis earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Florida International University. She has five years of work experience in Critical Care and Home Health Nursing and four years experience as a Nursing Supervisor in Home Health. Stasia has been providing quality care and proactive case management to her clients since 1998. She is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Stasia also speaks Spanish fluently.
Case Manager, Bilingual
(Fort Mill, SC)
Stasis earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Florida International University. She has five years of work experience in Critical Care and Home Health Nursing and four years experience as a Nursing Supervisor in Home Health. Stasia has been providing quality care and proactive case management to her clients since 1998. She is a Certified Case Manager (CCM). Stasia also speaks Spanish fluently.
Carol Powers, RN, CCM
Case Manager
(Spartanburg, SC)
Carol graduated as a Licensed Practical Nurse in 1972. Her experience as a LPN was in newborn nursery, emergency room, medical surgical, occupational health, and psychiatric nursing. She went on to graduate from University of South Carolina Aiken in 1992 with an Associate Degree in Nursing. Ms. Powers began her career in Case Management in 1996 and became certified as a Case Manager in 1998. Previous experience as an RN has been in Complex Case Management as well as Workers’ Compensation Case Management, High Risk Obstetrics, Psychiatric (Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation) and Hospice/Palliative Care. Carol is a member of the SC Workers’ Compensation Educational Association and the current Vice President of the SC Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (SCARP Greenville, SC Chapter). The accomplishment that gives her the most pride is having raised two wonderful children who have great spouses and beautiful children. Her son, Law, is married to Kathryn and they have two children, Lawton and Layne. Her daughter, Nikki, is married to Jeff and they have one daughter, Molly.
Case Manager
(Spartanburg, SC)
Carol graduated as a Licensed Practical Nurse in 1972. Her experience as a LPN was in newborn nursery, emergency room, medical surgical, occupational health, and psychiatric nursing. She went on to graduate from University of South Carolina Aiken in 1992 with an Associate Degree in Nursing. Ms. Powers began her career in Case Management in 1996 and became certified as a Case Manager in 1998. Previous experience as an RN has been in Complex Case Management as well as Workers’ Compensation Case Management, High Risk Obstetrics, Psychiatric (Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation) and Hospice/Palliative Care. Carol is a member of the SC Workers’ Compensation Educational Association and the current Vice President of the SC Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (SCARP Greenville, SC Chapter). The accomplishment that gives her the most pride is having raised two wonderful children who have great spouses and beautiful children. Her son, Law, is married to Kathryn and they have two children, Lawton and Layne. Her daughter, Nikki, is married to Jeff and they have one daughter, Molly.
Sandy Collins, RN, CDMS, CCM
Case Manager
(Myrtle Beach, SC)
Sandy received her RN degree and then obtained certification as a public health nurse in 1986. She has experience in both hospital and home health nursing and sixteen years experience in case management of injured workers. She is licensed as a RN in both North and South Carolina and possesses certification in case management (CCM) and disability management (CDMS).
Case Manager
(Myrtle Beach, SC)
Sandy received her RN degree and then obtained certification as a public health nurse in 1986. She has experience in both hospital and home health nursing and sixteen years experience in case management of injured workers. She is licensed as a RN in both North and South Carolina and possesses certification in case management (CCM) and disability management (CDMS).
Telephonic Case Managers
Pam Blackburn, RN, BSN, CCM, CDMSSupervisor, Case Manager (Stanley, NC)
Jennifer Colvard, BSN, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Marlene Gay, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Cheryl Jordan, RN, CCM, QRP, COHC
Telephonic Case Manager (Thomasville, NC)
Rae Marsmaker, RN, COHN-S, CCM, MSCC
Telephonic Case Manager (Walland/Knoxville, TN)
Amanda Ogle, RN, CCM
Telephonic Case Manager (Charlotte, NC)
Cindy Whitaker, RN, BSN, CCM
Telephonic Case Management;
Case Manager (Advance, NC)
Margie Young, RN, CCM
Telephonic Case Manager (Raleigh, NC)
Cheryl Jordan, RN, CCM, QRP, COHC
Telephonic Case Manager
(Thomasville, NC)
Cheryl obtained her Associate in Applied Science in Nursing from Guilford Technical Community College, Jamestown, NC in 1992. In 2007, she obtained her Case Manager Certification. She also obtained her Licensed Practical Nursing degree in 1982. Cheryl began working in the Occupational Health field in 1987. During her career, Cheryl's worker's compensation experience includes Field Medical Case Management, Occupational Health Nursing for several Fortune 500 companies, and most recently was employed with a local municipality as a Workers' Compensation Benefits Specialist. Her nursing experiences also include Family Medicine, Nurse Educator for biomedical technology supplies, Outreach Nursing Services for the Homeless, and a Registered Nurse Analyst Reviewer. Cheryl is committed to providing quality case management services which enable positive outcomes for all parties. Cheryl states: "I believe the return to work process begins the moment an injury occurs. Communication is the key to assisting all parties during the return to work process. Recovery at work in a transitional job will help the injured employee maintain self-esteem while providing valuable work to their employer during their rehabilitation." She looks forward to assisting your client's with a positive return to work experience.
Telephonic Case Manager
(Thomasville, NC)
Cheryl obtained her Associate in Applied Science in Nursing from Guilford Technical Community College, Jamestown, NC in 1992. In 2007, she obtained her Case Manager Certification. She also obtained her Licensed Practical Nursing degree in 1982. Cheryl began working in the Occupational Health field in 1987. During her career, Cheryl's worker's compensation experience includes Field Medical Case Management, Occupational Health Nursing for several Fortune 500 companies, and most recently was employed with a local municipality as a Workers' Compensation Benefits Specialist. Her nursing experiences also include Family Medicine, Nurse Educator for biomedical technology supplies, Outreach Nursing Services for the Homeless, and a Registered Nurse Analyst Reviewer. Cheryl is committed to providing quality case management services which enable positive outcomes for all parties. Cheryl states: "I believe the return to work process begins the moment an injury occurs. Communication is the key to assisting all parties during the return to work process. Recovery at work in a transitional job will help the injured employee maintain self-esteem while providing valuable work to their employer during their rehabilitation." She looks forward to assisting your client's with a positive return to work experience.
Rae Marsmaker, RN, COHN-S, CCM, MSCC
Telephonic Case Manager
(Walland/Knoxville, TN)
Rae graduated from Lakeland Community College, OH in 1974. After obtaining 15 years experience in the acute care setting, with an emphasis on ICU and ER, Rae branched out into Occupational Health and Workers' Compensation Case Management and has spent the past 20 years in this field. Her experience includes employee health, treatment of work-related injuries, field and telephonic case management and workers' compensation utilization review. Rae joined the CCM Telephonic Case Management Team in August 2009.
Telephonic Case Manager
(Walland/Knoxville, TN)
Rae graduated from Lakeland Community College, OH in 1974. After obtaining 15 years experience in the acute care setting, with an emphasis on ICU and ER, Rae branched out into Occupational Health and Workers' Compensation Case Management and has spent the past 20 years in this field. Her experience includes employee health, treatment of work-related injuries, field and telephonic case management and workers' compensation utilization review. Rae joined the CCM Telephonic Case Management Team in August 2009.
Pam Blackburn, RN, BSN, CCM, CDMS
Supervisor, Case Manager
(Stanley, NC)
Pam received her Pam earned her bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. She has been providing medical case management services for injured workers since 1998 and joined CCM in September 2006. Her background also includes critical care and home health. Pam is a Certified Case Manager and a Certified Disability Management Specialist. She is a member of the North Carolina Association for Rehabilitation Professionals-Charlotte Chapter.
Supervisor, Case Manager
(Stanley, NC)
Pam received her Pam earned her bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. She has been providing medical case management services for injured workers since 1998 and joined CCM in September 2006. Her background also includes critical care and home health. Pam is a Certified Case Manager and a Certified Disability Management Specialist. She is a member of the North Carolina Association for Rehabilitation Professionals-Charlotte Chapter.
Cindy Whitaker, RN, BSN, CCM
Telephonic Case Management;
Case Manager
(Advance, NC)
Cindy earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from East Carolina University in 1983. Cindy joined CCM in 2001 as an on-site case manager and currently performs telephonic workers’ comp and disability case management. Cindy is a Certified Case Manager (CCM) and a licensed registered nurse in North Carolina, Ohio, and Oregon. Prior to joining CCM, Cindy’s most recent experience was in acute care case management, utilization review and discharge planning.
Telephonic Case Management;
Case Manager
(Advance, NC)
Cindy earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from East Carolina University in 1983. Cindy joined CCM in 2001 as an on-site case manager and currently performs telephonic workers’ comp and disability case management. Cindy is a Certified Case Manager (CCM) and a licensed registered nurse in North Carolina, Ohio, and Oregon. Prior to joining CCM, Cindy’s most recent experience was in acute care case management, utilization review and discharge planning.
Jennifer Colvard, BSN, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Jennifer received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Queens College in Charlotte, NC and is currently pursuing a Masters in Health Care Administration. Jennifer has over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry ranging from primary and acute care setting to quality management risk management and case management. She is at Certified Case Manager (CCM).
Senior Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Jennifer received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Queens College in Charlotte, NC and is currently pursuing a Masters in Health Care Administration. Jennifer has over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry ranging from primary and acute care setting to quality management risk management and case management. She is at Certified Case Manager (CCM).
Marlene Gay, RN, CCM
Senior Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Marlene is a dedicated RN Telephonic Case Manager with experience in diverse settings: ICU, CCU, ER Cardiac Rehab, Orthopedics, HMO case management and MCO workers’ compensation case management. She is also a certified paralegal. She has been involved in patient education, practice standards application and Quality Assurance review. She has served as a Client Services Executive establishing and implementing workers’ compensation programs specific to individual client’s needs. She obtained her Certified Case Manager (CCM) designation in 2000. She is a past board member of the American Heart Association. She is committed to practice excellence.
Senior Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Marlene is a dedicated RN Telephonic Case Manager with experience in diverse settings: ICU, CCU, ER Cardiac Rehab, Orthopedics, HMO case management and MCO workers’ compensation case management. She is also a certified paralegal. She has been involved in patient education, practice standards application and Quality Assurance review. She has served as a Client Services Executive establishing and implementing workers’ compensation programs specific to individual client’s needs. She obtained her Certified Case Manager (CCM) designation in 2000. She is a past board member of the American Heart Association. She is committed to practice excellence.
Donna Jernigan, RN, BSN, CRRN, CAN-BC
Case Manager
(Sanford, NC)
Donna has over 30 years of experience in rehabilitation. She received her Practical Nurse Education diploma from Central Carolina Community College in 1972 and her ADN from Sandhills Community College in Pinehurst, North Carolina in 1976. Donna obtained her BSN from California State University Dominquez Hills, California in 1996, and her MS in Healthcare Planning. She has been certified as a Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) since 1984. She has contributed to texts on the Practice of Rehabilitation Nursing. Her experience in rehabilitation has been focused on catastrophic injuries, chronic illness, and disability. Her skills as an expert on quality and standard of care issues in rehabilitation nursing have been sought by both defense and plaintiff attorneys. She has spoken locally, regionally, and nationally on topics in rehabilitation nursing. Donna has served in elected positions in the Greater North Carolina Chapter of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses, and as Regional Director for the National Association of Rehabilitation Nurses. Donna is the currently President Elect for the National Association of Rehabilitation Nurses and will installed in October 2008 as President of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses.
Case Manager
(Sanford, NC)
Donna has over 30 years of experience in rehabilitation. She received her Practical Nurse Education diploma from Central Carolina Community College in 1972 and her ADN from Sandhills Community College in Pinehurst, North Carolina in 1976. Donna obtained her BSN from California State University Dominquez Hills, California in 1996, and her MS in Healthcare Planning. She has been certified as a Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) since 1984. She has contributed to texts on the Practice of Rehabilitation Nursing. Her experience in rehabilitation has been focused on catastrophic injuries, chronic illness, and disability. Her skills as an expert on quality and standard of care issues in rehabilitation nursing have been sought by both defense and plaintiff attorneys. She has spoken locally, regionally, and nationally on topics in rehabilitation nursing. Donna has served in elected positions in the Greater North Carolina Chapter of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses, and as Regional Director for the National Association of Rehabilitation Nurses. Donna is the currently President Elect for the National Association of Rehabilitation Nurses and will installed in October 2008 as President of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses.
Amanda Ogle, RN, CCM
Telephonic Case Manager
(Charlotte, NC)
Amanda received her nursing degree from Central Piedmont Community College, NC in 1992. She has practiced nursing in a variety of settings including Coronary care, Pulmonary, Endocrinology and Internal Medicine. Amanda has been involved in Workers’ Compensation Case Management since 2001, including catastrophic case management. Amanda joined CCM in 2007 as a telephonic case manager. She has been highly involved in educating patients, families and all members of the healthcare delivery team. Amanda is a licensed RN in NC and obtained her CCM in 2004.
Telephonic Case Manager
(Charlotte, NC)
Amanda received her nursing degree from Central Piedmont Community College, NC in 1992. She has practiced nursing in a variety of settings including Coronary care, Pulmonary, Endocrinology and Internal Medicine. Amanda has been involved in Workers’ Compensation Case Management since 2001, including catastrophic case management. Amanda joined CCM in 2007 as a telephonic case manager. She has been highly involved in educating patients, families and all members of the healthcare delivery team. Amanda is a licensed RN in NC and obtained her CCM in 2004.
Margie Young, RN, CCM
Telephonic Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Margie is a veteran of the US Navy Nurse Corps. She has practiced nursing in various setting to include, Orthopedics, Neurology, Neuropsychology, Med/Surg, Cardiac/Telemetry, Wound Care, Home Health and Geriatrics. Margie has previously been director of nursing for a Skilled Nursing Facility and extended care facilities. She has been involved with worker's compensation case management and return to work since 2003 to include catastrophic case management and lifetime medical. Margie is a Certified Case Manager and licensed registered nurse in NC and Indiana.
Telephonic Case Manager
(Raleigh, NC)
Margie is a veteran of the US Navy Nurse Corps. She has practiced nursing in various setting to include, Orthopedics, Neurology, Neuropsychology, Med/Surg, Cardiac/Telemetry, Wound Care, Home Health and Geriatrics. Margie has previously been director of nursing for a Skilled Nursing Facility and extended care facilities. She has been involved with worker's compensation case management and return to work since 2003 to include catastrophic case management and lifetime medical. Margie is a Certified Case Manager and licensed registered nurse in NC and Indiana.