Cindy’s nursing journey began at St. Luke’s School of Practical Nursing in Cedar Rapids. She went on to spend a decade in long-term care and agency nursing before joining the Oelwein Care Center in 1988. After earning her RN from Northeast Iowa Community College, she assumed the role of Director of Nursing, a position she has held ever since. Her guiding motivation is simple yet powerful: to make residents as happy as possible each day, delivering care that brings comfort, dignity, and even a smile.

Cindy focuses on delivering high-quality, compassionate service and has helped her facility achieve an impressive 12 consecutive deficiency-free surveys. She was honored as part of the inaugural class of Iowa’s Top 100 Nurses, a recognition that reflects both her leadership and her commitment to excellence in resident care.