The Laurels of Mt. Vernon Staff
What differentiates one skilled nursing & rehabilitation center from another? The answer is... the people who work and reside there! The people set the tone, the atmosphere, and the expectations. At The Laurels of Mt. Vernon, we take great pride in ensuring that everyone feels like part of our family, and that they are treated as special "guests" in our home.
The Laurels of Mt. Vernon employs a team of highly qualified medical professionals, including a Medical Director, Registered Nurses, Restorative Care Nurses, a Wound Care Nurse, state tested Certified Nursing Assistants, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and a Speech Therapist. Our on-site Rehab, Dietary, Social Work, and Activities departments provide personalized and compassionate care to each guest. From the moment you walk through the front doors, the warmth and caring of the staff will begin to gain your trust and confidence, as they strive to exceed your expectations.
Unlike other facilities that use "contracted" staff members, each member of the team at The Laurels of Mt. Vernon is directly employed, not "contracted". Each Team Member takes great pride in portraying "The Laurel Way of Caring", as they strive for excellence in providing only the highest standard of care and services to every guest, and to every family member and visitor. Come on in! Visit a while! Let us show you our very best... let us show you The Laurel Way.
Alice Cree, LNHA, Administrator
Alice started her career in long term care at the tender age of 12, when she visited area nursing homes as part of a small gospel singing group. She immediately felt drawn to making this her career. As a result, she became a nursing assistant at age 15, and finally decided to get her Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Mount Vernon Nazarene College. Alice also acquired her Long Term Care degree from the University of North Carolina, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina . Alice's unsurpassed passion for her work has resulted in multiple community honors, activities, and affiliations. She is very proud of the service she and her Team provide to the guests and families of The Laurels of Mt. Vernon. Alice has two children (Daniel "DJ" and Luann), and a grand-daughter (Kimber). She resides in Apple Valley, with her husband (Curt).
Elaine Johnson, RN, Director of Nursing
Elaine Johnson, RN has been in nursing since 1986. She received her A.D. in Nursing at North Central State, in Mansfield, Ohio. As the Director of Nursing at The Laurels of Mt. Vernon, Elaine says that her first priority is to be a "resident advocate". She provides focus on guest outcomes and satisfaction, as well as on strong clinical skills. Elaine and her family have resided in the area for many years. She is known and respected by many of our local physicians.
Nancy Gallogly, Director of Marketing
Nancy, a Mt. Vernon native has been involved in long term care for many years. Her career began in Social Services and later evolved into Admissions and Marketing. She attended OSU, Columbus State and Central Ohio Technical College. She enjoys taking care of her Knox County friends and neighbors at the Laurels of Mt.Vernon. Married to her high school sweetheart Dale, she has two married daughters, Rachel (Doug) Watson and Jessica (Christopher) Adams. Her four grandchildren keep her busy being "Nana".
Truly J. Moore, PT, Rehabilitation Services Director
Truly is a graduate of Oho State University, with a Physical Therapist Bachelor's Degree in Science. Her entire career has been in geriatrics and outpatient Physical Therapy. She is also a certified Mechanical Diagnostic Therapist with the International McKenzie Institute, specializing in spinal pain. Truly's goal is to help every client achieve the highest level of function possible.