Philosophy
To approach every person, task, job and responsibility with ethics, honesty, integrity and attitude of giving 100%. My extensive background in health care, public policy, political and community leadership has prepared me to effectively communicate with all people. My objective is to exceed expectations by listening to all people, their concerns and finding a win-win. I look for commonalities and small successes in an ever increasing complex world.
Qualifications
Experienced healthcare professional and policy maker with over 56 years of diversified experience in private and public arenas.
Strong people skills: Ability to develop productive relationships with community and staff. First hand legislative understanding and knowledge in how to formulate policy at both state and city levels.
Education
Post graduate studies:
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Harvard Kennedy Business School for State and Local Government
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Western Legislative Academy- Counsel of State Governments (Ethics in government, effective public speaking and interviewing techniques, working with media)
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Introduction to State Health Policy Seminar- (Who should determine health policy. Roles in regulating healthcare markets. Issues related to long term care, healthcare work force, public health)
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Hot Issues in Healthcare- Rose Foundation of Colorado- Health Institute
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FBI- Citizen’s Academy
MSN- Community Health Nursing, University of Colorado Health Science Center- graduated with honors. (Colorado Scholars Scholarship Recipient, Deans List, Vice President’s Honor Role, Golden Key Honor Society & Sigma Theta Tau- emphasis in communication)
BSN- Metropolitan State College- graduated Magna cum Laude. Minor in political science. (Friendship Nursing Scholarship Recipient)
Professional Leadership
Colorado State Representative - 2 years
Committees: Health, Environment, Welfare & Institutions. Agriculture, Livestock & Natural Resources.
Capitol Building Advisory Chair (oversaw preservation and restoration of historic Capitol building & secured funding sources).
House Services Committee Co-Chair (interviewed new employees, handle employee issues).
National Focus- American Legislative Exchange Council- Health Care Task Force- Council of State Government Western Leadership Academy
City Councilwoman - 10 years. Chair of Legislative Committee for 5 years.
Numerous Committees and Boards:
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Jefferson County Marijuana Task force Ad Hoc Committee- Chair
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Lakewood City Council Legislative Committee Chair- 5 years
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State Medical Services Advisory Board, Past Chair
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State Board Licensed Professional Councilors- past member
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Jefferson County Community Services Advisory Board, Past Member
Awards
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Legislator of the Year- National Federation of Independent Business
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Common Sense in the Courtroom Award— Colorado Civil Justice
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League
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Legislator of the Year- Colorado Home care Association
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Human Caring Award nominee- Lutheran Medical Center
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Nightingale Excellence in Human Caring Award nominee
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Geological Heritage Award -Institute of professional Geologists
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Distinguished Legislator Award- United Veterans Committee of Colorado
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University of Colorado Health Sciences Center School of Nursing, 2004 ALUMNI DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
