SOUTHWEST
LEADERSHIP Program
A program made by Indigenous health professionals for nurses serving Indigenous communities. Strengthening local care and uplifting the knowledge and leadership within Navajo and Zuni Nations.
program overview
There are significant shortages of nurses and physicians in Navajo Nation, often 30-40% of positions remain unfilled. Additionally, the nurses who serve Indigenous communities often lack the mentorship, upskilling, and support to thrive. HEAL’s commitment to the Navajo Nation over the last 10-plus years presented a powerful opportunity to design a cohort for health workers serving Navajo Nation, organized and run by Indigenous health workers. This 18-month intensive program provides nurses with immersive training in systems thinking and collaborative practice, grounded in real-world contexts of the Southwest US, including Navajo and Zuni Nations. Ongoing mentorship and side-by-side project work foster trust and long-term partnerships that challenge top-down approaches to public health.
program Components
Intensive in-person training and curriculum on leadership, advocacy, and power dynamics
Individualized mentorship to meet professional goals
Learning and training alongside HEAL’s global community of fellows in California, Malawi, and Mexico Programs
Covered travel costs for all immersive trainings
meet our Current fellows
Raised in Gallup, New Mexico, Dacia Cunejo chose to pursue nursing to address the persistent health disparities affecting Native American communities, particularly in rural areas where access to care is limited and chronic diseases are more prevalent. For Dacia, nursing is about building trust, honoring tradition, and supporting holistic healing for individuals and families.
As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Dacia aims to deepen her understanding of how cultural identity, historical trauma, and social factors shape health outcomes in Indigenous communities. She is especially eager to learn from Navajo patients, families, and traditional healers, and to grow as both a clinician and advocate.
Through the fellowship, she hopes to contribute to long-term, community-led solutions that strengthen chronic disease management, expand access to care, and promote wellness across generations.
Raised in Gallup, New Mexico, Dacia Cunejo chose to pursue nursing to address the persistent health disparities affecting Native American communities, particularly in rural areas where access to care is limited and chronic diseases are more prevalent. For Dacia, nursing is about building trust, honoring tradition, and supporting holistic healing for individuals and families.
As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Dacia aims to deepen her understanding of how cultural identity, historical trauma, and social factors shape health outcomes in Indigenous communities. She is especially eager to learn from Navajo patients, families, and traditional healers, and to grow as both a clinician and advocate.
Through the fellowship, she hopes to contribute to long-term, community-led solutions that strengthen chronic disease management, expand access to care, and promote wellness across generations.
Emmeline Thompson became a nurse to help improve health outcomes in Native communities and address the persistent gaps in care that impact the health and well-being of her people. With over three years of experience managing the Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) Grant Program and leading a Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Pilot Program, Emmeline brings deep expertise in chronic disease management and culturally informed diabetes care. Her work reflects a strong commitment to innovation, collaboration, and long-term solutions that address the unique healthcare challenges facing rural and Native populations.
As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Emmeline looks forward to gaining tools that will further enhance her skills, building relationships with fellow healthcare professionals, and forming partnerships that can drive meaningful change. She is especially eager to collaborate with others who are equally committed to strengthening the healthcare system from within, and to carry forward what she learns to better serve her community.
Emmeline Thompson became a nurse to help improve health outcomes in Native communities and address the persistent gaps in care that impact the health and well-being of her people. With over three years of experience managing the Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) Grant Program and leading a Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Pilot Program, Emmeline brings deep expertise in chronic disease management and culturally informed diabetes care. Her work reflects a strong commitment to innovation, collaboration, and long-term solutions that address the unique healthcare challenges facing rural and Native populations.
As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Emmeline looks forward to gaining tools that will further enhance her skills, building relationships with fellow healthcare professionals, and forming partnerships that can drive meaningful change. She is especially eager to collaborate with others who are equally committed to strengthening the healthcare system from within, and to carry forward what she learns to better serve her community.
Evelyn Garcia’s decision to become a nurse was inspired by the compassionate care her grandfather received during hospice. Witnessing the empathy extended not only to him but to her entire family sparked her passion for nursing and her commitment to serving others.
Currently a nursing instructor at Navajo Technical University, Evelyn is dedicated to developing the next generation of healthcare professionals. She brings extensive experience and ongoing professional development to her role, having earned certifications in SANE, wound care, trauma and pediatric emergency care, and FEMA emergency preparedness, among others. She has also participated in her facility’s Unit-Based Council and completed numerous leadership courses to strengthen her ability to advocate for patients and support her peers.
As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Evelyn looks forward to refining her leadership skills and working alongside others who share a commitment to caring for underserved populations. She is especially excited to belong to a community that values advocacy, equity, and mentorship—and to use her experience to lead change within her community and beyond.
Evelyn Garcia’s decision to become a nurse was inspired by the compassionate care her grandfather received during hospice. Witnessing the empathy extended not only to him but to her entire family sparked her passion for nursing and her commitment to serving others.
Currently a nursing instructor at Navajo Technical University, Evelyn is dedicated to developing the next generation of healthcare professionals. She brings extensive experience and ongoing professional development to her role, having earned certifications in SANE, wound care, trauma and pediatric emergency care, and FEMA emergency preparedness, among others. She has also participated in her facility’s Unit-Based Council and completed numerous leadership courses to strengthen her ability to advocate for patients and support her peers.
As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Evelyn looks forward to refining her leadership skills and working alongside others who share a commitment to caring for underserved populations. She is especially excited to belong to a community that values advocacy, equity, and mentorship—and to use her experience to lead change within her community and beyond.
Raised in Rabbit Brush, New Mexico, Gwendolyn Spencer became a healthcare professional because she wanted to participate in providing healthcare for people, especially members of her tribe. As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Gwendolyn looks forward to expanding her leadership knowledge to better perform in a supervisory role, and is especially eager to grow in this area while continuing to promote access to healthcare for her community. She loves to garden and travel, and is passionate about balancing work and family life and managing stress.
Raised in Rabbit Brush, New Mexico, Gwendolyn Spencer became a healthcare professional because she wanted to participate in providing healthcare for people, especially members of her tribe. As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Gwendolyn looks forward to expanding her leadership knowledge to better perform in a supervisory role, and is especially eager to grow in this area while continuing to promote access to healthcare for her community. She loves to garden and travel, and is passionate about balancing work and family life and managing stress.
Rocedeelyn Herbert-Roan is born into the Tó’áhání (Near the Water) clan and born for the Táneeszahnii (Tangle) clan. Her maternal grandfather was Kinyaa’áanii (Towering House) and her paternal grandfather was Tsénahabiłnii (Sleep Rock People). Her mother’s name was Gracie A. Herbert, and her father’s name was Ross B. Herbert.
Rocedeelyn’s inspiration to become a nurse began with her mother, who worked at a small clinic in Tohatchi, New Mexico. As a child, Rocedeelyn often saw her mother helping with procedures, labs, and X-rays, mostly helping with translation. She remembers her mom caring for the kids at home when they were sick, always knowing how to heal them. That kind of nurturing presence, grounded in love and cultural understanding, shaped Rocedeelyn’s idea of what it means to be a healer.
Though her path into healthcare wasn’t linear, Rocedeelyn persevered and now serves her community as a nurse on Navajo Nation. As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Rocedeelyn looks forward to building meaningful connections with others who share a commitment to service. She believes strongly in the Navajo value of K’é—fostering harmonious relationships—and sees collaboration, cultural respect, and shared wisdom as key to healing and growth in Native communities.
Rocedeelyn Herbert-Roan is born into the Tó’áhání (Near the Water) clan and born for the Táneeszahnii (Tangle) clan. Her maternal grandfather was Kinyaa’áanii (Towering House) and her paternal grandfather was Tsénahabiłnii (Sleep Rock People). Her mother’s name was Gracie A. Herbert, and her father’s name was Ross B. Herbert.
Rocedeelyn’s inspiration to become a nurse began with her mother, who worked at a small clinic in Tohatchi, New Mexico. As a child, Rocedeelyn often saw her mother helping with procedures, labs, and X-rays, mostly helping with translation. She remembers her mom caring for the kids at home when they were sick, always knowing how to heal them. That kind of nurturing presence, grounded in love and cultural understanding, shaped Rocedeelyn’s idea of what it means to be a healer.
Though her path into healthcare wasn’t linear, Rocedeelyn persevered and now serves her community as a nurse on Navajo Nation. As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Rocedeelyn looks forward to building meaningful connections with others who share a commitment to service. She believes strongly in the Navajo value of K’é—fostering harmonious relationships—and sees collaboration, cultural respect, and shared wisdom as key to healing and growth in Native communities.
Originally from the Philippines, Shareed Gemira began her nursing career there before moving to the Middle East to work as a registered nurse. She later relocated to Canada, where she expanded her professional experience, leading staff training in infection control, dementia care, and patient safety. After becoming a Canadian citizen, she moved to the United States, where she currently serves as an Ambulatory Care Nurse Manager in Arizona.
Shareed brings over 18 years of diverse nursing experience, beginning as a bedside nurse in a medical-surgical unit. Her clinical background spans pediatrics, OB-GYN, fetal medicine, long-term care, behavioral health, and ambulatory care. Over the years, she has held various leadership roles, including Registered Nurse Clinical Leader, Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Educator, and Nurse Manager.
In her current role, Shareed leads efforts to improve chronic disease management for Native American patients, with a particular focus on culturally informed diabetes education. Her work includes developing interdisciplinary care teams, implementing quality improvement initiatives, and mentoring clinical staff. She holds certifications in adult education, wound care, and infection prevention. She is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Leadership in Health Care Systems, further strengthening her ability to drive positive change and system-level improvements in underserved communities.
Shareed originally entered nursing at her mom’s encouragement but quickly found purpose and fulfillment in the profession. Over time, nursing has become a calling that combines her dedication to patient care with her passion for leadership and lifelong learning.
As a HEAL Fellow, Shareed looks forward to building on her leadership experience and gaining new tools to better serve the Navajo community. She is excited to collaborate with other fellows and mentors, deepen her understanding of health disparities, and advocate for systems-level improvements that promote access, quality, and culturally respectful care.
Originally from the Philippines, Shareed Gemira began her nursing career there before moving to the Middle East to work as a registered nurse. She later relocated to Canada, where she expanded her professional experience, leading staff training in infection control, dementia care, and patient safety. After becoming a Canadian citizen, she moved to the United States, where she currently serves as an Ambulatory Care Nurse Manager in Arizona.
Shareed brings over 18 years of diverse nursing experience, beginning as a bedside nurse in a medical-surgical unit. Her clinical background spans pediatrics, OB-GYN, fetal medicine, long-term care, behavioral health, and ambulatory care. Over the years, she has held various leadership roles, including Registered Nurse Clinical Leader, Nurse Supervisor, Nurse Educator, and Nurse Manager.
In her current role, Shareed leads efforts to improve chronic disease management for Native American patients, with a particular focus on culturally informed diabetes education. Her work includes developing interdisciplinary care teams, implementing quality improvement initiatives, and mentoring clinical staff. She holds certifications in adult education, wound care, and infection prevention. She is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Leadership in Health Care Systems, further strengthening her ability to drive positive change and system-level improvements in underserved communities.
Shareed originally entered nursing at her mom’s encouragement but quickly found purpose and fulfillment in the profession. Over time, nursing has become a calling that combines her dedication to patient care with her passion for leadership and lifelong learning.
As a HEAL Fellow, Shareed looks forward to building on her leadership experience and gaining new tools to better serve the Navajo community. She is excited to collaborate with other fellows and mentors, deepen her understanding of health disparities, and advocate for systems-level improvements that promote access, quality, and culturally respectful care.
Tatiana Salabye is from Flagstaff, Arizona, and was motivated to become a nurse by the strong sense of responsibility to help others. She particularly wanted to serve her community. As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Tatiana looks forward to connecting with other nurses who also serve Indigenous communities. She is eager to strengthen her leadership and advocacy skills, grow both personally and professionally.
Tatiana Salabye is from Flagstaff, Arizona, and was motivated to become a nurse by the strong sense of responsibility to help others. She particularly wanted to serve her community. As a Southwest Leadership Fellow, Tatiana looks forward to connecting with other nurses who also serve Indigenous communities. She is eager to strengthen her leadership and advocacy skills, grow both personally and professionally.
Tenisha Cody has been a registered nurse for over 16 years. Her background is in pediatrics, infection prevention, discharge planning, and case management. Teshina looks forward to training and connecting with other nurses serving Indigenous communities. She loves spending time with family, her kids, and reading. She’s excited to explore the opportunities available through the Southwest Leadership Program.
Tenisha Cody has been a registered nurse for over 16 years. Her background is in pediatrics, infection prevention, discharge planning, and case management. Teshina looks forward to training and connecting with other nurses serving Indigenous communities. She loves spending time with family, her kids, and reading. She’s excited to explore the opportunities available through the Southwest Leadership Program.
Growing up in New Mexico, Vanessa Tahe witnessed firsthand the barriers her Indigenous community faced in accessing quality and culturally respectful care. These experiences inspired her to pursue a career in healthcare and become a provider who not only understands but honors the language, views, and traditions of her people.
As a Native healthcare professional, Vanessa believes increasing Indigenous representation in medicine is key to building trust and addressing longstanding health disparities. Her ability to bridge cultural understanding with clinical care allows her to provide more effective and compassionate support to the patients she serves.
Vanessa is excited to connect with a community of peers and mentors who share her passion for advancing Indigenous health. She looks forward to strengthening her leadership skills, expanding her advocacy toolkit, and gaining new perspectives that will inform her work. She plans to use the tools and knowledge she gains from the program to lead meaningful, sustainable change in her community.
Growing up in New Mexico, Vanessa Tahe witnessed firsthand the barriers her Indigenous community faced in accessing quality and culturally respectful care. These experiences inspired her to pursue a career in healthcare and become a provider who not only understands but honors the language, views, and traditions of her people.
As a Native healthcare professional, Vanessa believes increasing Indigenous representation in medicine is key to building trust and addressing longstanding health disparities. Her ability to bridge cultural understanding with clinical care allows her to provide more effective and compassionate support to the patients she serves.
Vanessa is excited to connect with a community of peers and mentors who share her passion for advancing Indigenous health. She looks forward to strengthening her leadership skills, expanding her advocacy toolkit, and gaining new perspectives that will inform her work. She plans to use the tools and knowledge she gains from the program to lead meaningful, sustainable change in her community.
With a deep commitment to serving her community, Wilberta Jackson brings compassion, dedication, and a strong sense of purpose to her nursing practice. As Southwest Leadership Fellow, Wilberta looks forward to growing both personally and professionally. She is eager to strengthen her leadership skills and is especially looking forward to connecting with fellow nurses practicing across Navajo Nation and to learn from their shared experiences. Through the program, Wilberta hopes to gain new tools and insights that will support her continued growth and impact as a healthcare provider in her community.
With a deep commitment to serving her community, Wilberta Jackson brings compassion, dedication, and a strong sense of purpose to her nursing practice. As Southwest Leadership Fellow, Wilberta looks forward to growing both personally and professionally. She is eager to strengthen her leadership skills and is especially looking forward to connecting with fellow nurses practicing across Navajo Nation and to learn from their shared experiences. Through the program, Wilberta hopes to gain new tools and insights that will support her continued growth and impact as a healthcare provider in her community.
Cynthia Tsosie is from a rural community of Steamboat, Arizona. Her matrilineal clan is Zuni Edgewater Clan born for Zuni Red Running into the water people clan. Initially, Cynthia received her Bachelor of Science degree in administration, then years later pursued her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Northern Arizona University School of Nursing.
Her advocacy and caring for her late father, Arvin Tsosie, Sr., provides the narrative of the integration of Navajo holistic care and Western medicine and the continuous need for accessibility to specialized care. This life experience manifested into Cynthia’s passion to empower one’s ability to manage chronic conditions with regard to one’s cultural values. This has not only served as a lens to the inequities of healthcare within her community but it has also identified opportunities for improvement.
Cynthia has been with Tséhootsooí Medical Center for the past ten years working as an inpatient clinical nurse and currently as ICU Charge Nurse. Her clinical interest is pursuing professional development as Sexually Assault Nurse Examiner while also acquiring skills and knowledge in Trauma Informed Care.
Her hobbies include gardening and weaving. She has woven various textiles and has focused her artistic weaving on making Navajo twill saddle blankets. This has offered her a mental space of peace, wellness and humility. Ms. Tsosie is gracious to be part of HEAL Southwest Leadership Cohort and learn from its team members.
Cynthia Tsosie is from a rural community of Steamboat, Arizona. Her matrilineal clan is Zuni Edgewater Clan born for Zuni Red Running into the water people clan. Initially, Cynthia received her Bachelor of Science degree in administration, then years later pursued her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Northern Arizona University School of Nursing.
Her advocacy and caring for her late father, Arvin Tsosie, Sr., provides the narrative of the integration of Navajo holistic care and Western medicine and the continuous need for accessibility to specialized care. This life experience manifested into Cynthia’s passion to empower one’s ability to manage chronic conditions with regard to one’s cultural values. This has not only served as a lens to the inequities of healthcare within her community but it has also identified opportunities for improvement.
Cynthia has been with Tséhootsooí Medical Center for the past ten years working as an inpatient clinical nurse and currently as ICU Charge Nurse. Her clinical interest is pursuing professional development as Sexually Assault Nurse Examiner while also acquiring skills and knowledge in Trauma Informed Care.
Her hobbies include gardening and weaving. She has woven various textiles and has focused her artistic weaving on making Navajo twill saddle blankets. This has offered her a mental space of peace, wellness and humility. Ms. Tsosie is gracious to be part of HEAL Southwest Leadership Cohort and learn from its team members.
Jennifer Begay is a Dine originally from Fort Defiance, Arizona located on the Navajo Nation Reservation. Mom of three beautiful daughters. She has a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Northern Arizona University. She is currently working at Tsehootsooi Medical Center (TMC) as a Labor and Delivery, Recovery, and Post Partum Registered Nurse. Prior to that, she worked as a Medical Surgical nurse. Jennifer is passionate about helping her community and bringing back cultural sensitivity in the care she provides to her Dine people, which make up the majority of the population at TMC. In her spare time, she enjoys fishing, kayaking, weaving, cooking, and spending time with her family.
Jennifer Begay is a Dine originally from Fort Defiance, Arizona located on the Navajo Nation Reservation. Mom of three beautiful daughters. She has a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Northern Arizona University. She is currently working at Tsehootsooi Medical Center (TMC) as a Labor and Delivery, Recovery, and Post Partum Registered Nurse. Prior to that, she worked as a Medical Surgical nurse. Jennifer is passionate about helping her community and bringing back cultural sensitivity in the care she provides to her Dine people, which make up the majority of the population at TMC. In her spare time, she enjoys fishing, kayaking, weaving, cooking, and spending time with her family.
Kelsi Etsicitty is a Diné Asdzą́ą́ (Navajo woman) from Vanderwagen, New Mexico. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of New Mexico. Kelsi is currently serving her Indigenous Community at Tsehootsooi Medical Center as a registered nurse. In her practice, she integrates culturally specific care when appropriate. Her professional interests include health equity, reduction of health disparities, and wound care. Kelsi plans to better serve Indigenous Populations by attending graduate school in the year 2026. Outside of work, she enjoys travel, food, and family time.
Kelsi Etsicitty is a Diné Asdzą́ą́ (Navajo woman) from Vanderwagen, New Mexico. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from the University of New Mexico. Kelsi is currently serving her Indigenous Community at Tsehootsooi Medical Center as a registered nurse. In her practice, she integrates culturally specific care when appropriate. Her professional interests include health equity, reduction of health disparities, and wound care. Kelsi plans to better serve Indigenous Populations by attending graduate school in the year 2026. Outside of work, she enjoys travel, food, and family time.
Malinda Cody-Harry is a lifelong resident of New Mexico. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She has been in the Outpatient Hemodialysis setting for the majority of her nursing career as a supervisor. She loves family time and traveling with them. She takes as much time as she can taking her other children to visit her son, their brother, who is in the military.
Malinda Cody-Harry is a lifelong resident of New Mexico. She has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She has been in the Outpatient Hemodialysis setting for the majority of her nursing career as a supervisor. She loves family time and traveling with them. She takes as much time as she can taking her other children to visit her son, their brother, who is in the military.
Natasha R. Sellers, is from New Mexico. She’s been married to her husband Nathan for over 19 years and has 2 boys, Rhys (Reece) and Gage, who are student-athletes and will be juniors, 1 in college and 1 in high school. The boys keep her on her toes but are also her biggest supporters next to her husband. Natasha has been a nurse for over 15 years. She graduated with her BSN from Grand Canyon University in August 2021. She is currently working on a dual masters in Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems. She completed her MSN portion in June 2023 and will be graduating in the fall of 2024. Natasha’s goal is to eventually run a hospital and open a coffee shop, maybe in the hospital. Most of her nursing career was spent in the operating room, but at the end of 2022, she walked away from the operating room and a supervisory role, which she loved to try something different. She joined the Quality Management team as the Nursing PI Coordinator in August of 2022. When Natasha is not working at the hospital she is at a sports event. Her family is a big wrestling and baseball family and spends most of their time between these two sports. She also enjoys time with her family, especially outside, whether it’s at the lake or grilling outside playing corn hole in the backyard.
Natasha R. Sellers, is from New Mexico. She’s been married to her husband Nathan for over 19 years and has 2 boys, Rhys (Reece) and Gage, who are student-athletes and will be juniors, 1 in college and 1 in high school. The boys keep her on her toes but are also her biggest supporters next to her husband. Natasha has been a nurse for over 15 years. She graduated with her BSN from Grand Canyon University in August 2021. She is currently working on a dual masters in Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems. She completed her MSN portion in June 2023 and will be graduating in the fall of 2024. Natasha’s goal is to eventually run a hospital and open a coffee shop, maybe in the hospital. Most of her nursing career was spent in the operating room, but at the end of 2022, she walked away from the operating room and a supervisory role, which she loved to try something different. She joined the Quality Management team as the Nursing PI Coordinator in August of 2022. When Natasha is not working at the hospital she is at a sports event. Her family is a big wrestling and baseball family and spends most of their time between these two sports. She also enjoys time with her family, especially outside, whether it’s at the lake or grilling outside playing corn hole in the backyard.
Reinette J. Chimoni-Zunie was born and raised in Zuni Pueblo. She resides in Zuni and enjoys working in her hometown. Reinette has an Associate’s Degree in Nursing & earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from the University of New Mexico. Go Lobos! Reinette is currently employed with Zuni Indian Health Service – Zuni Hospital, currently going on 22 years. Reinette is a Public Health Nurse, with a background in Obstetrics for 11 years. Reinette enjoys listening to music, walking, and any exercise that includes music, supporting & enjoys spending time with family. Her interests are teaching her daughter Zuni baking, Pueblo history and music. Reinette is looking forward to learning and collaborating with others in the HEAL Leadership Cohort.
Reinette J. Chimoni-Zunie was born and raised in Zuni Pueblo. She resides in Zuni and enjoys working in her hometown. Reinette has an Associate’s Degree in Nursing & earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from the University of New Mexico. Go Lobos! Reinette is currently employed with Zuni Indian Health Service – Zuni Hospital, currently going on 22 years. Reinette is a Public Health Nurse, with a background in Obstetrics for 11 years. Reinette enjoys listening to music, walking, and any exercise that includes music, supporting & enjoys spending time with family. Her interests are teaching her daughter Zuni baking, Pueblo history and music. Reinette is looking forward to learning and collaborating with others in the HEAL Leadership Cohort.
Rodrick Begay who goes by Rod, is originally from Sanders, Arizona. Rod has worked at Tsehootsooi Medical Center for the past 3 years and is currently a Charge Nurse for a year at the MSU. Rod graduated from The University of New Mexico with an ADN, and is currently pursuing his BSN. Rod’s overall preference is helping people, but he enjoys helping the pediatric population. Rod Rod is a Swiftie, enjoys reading and watching movies. His current book obsession is the A Court of Thorn and Roses series.
Rodrick Begay who goes by Rod, is originally from Sanders, Arizona. Rod has worked at Tsehootsooi Medical Center for the past 3 years and is currently a Charge Nurse for a year at the MSU. Rod graduated from The University of New Mexico with an ADN, and is currently pursuing his BSN. Rod’s overall preference is helping people, but he enjoys helping the pediatric population. Rod Rod is a Swiftie, enjoys reading and watching movies. His current book obsession is the A Court of Thorn and Roses series.
Tonya Craig is DINE, born in Crownpoint, NM. She is Towering House, born for Zia. Her maternal grandfather is Red Running into the Water, paternal grandfather is Folded Arms. Tonya is an only child, and a mother to four children and two grandsons. After graduating from the University of New Mexico, she came to work at Gallup Indian Medical Center, and has worked there for 19 years. She has 4 years medsurg, 1 Year outpatient, 12 years of the ICU and 2 years of experience as a Tour Supervisor. Nursing has been her calling, but she is looking to expand her nursing horizons.
Tonya Craig is DINE, born in Crownpoint, NM. She is Towering House, born for Zia. Her maternal grandfather is Red Running into the Water, paternal grandfather is Folded Arms. Tonya is an only child, and a mother to four children and two grandsons. After graduating from the University of New Mexico, she came to work at Gallup Indian Medical Center, and has worked there for 19 years. She has 4 years medsurg, 1 Year outpatient, 12 years of the ICU and 2 years of experience as a Tour Supervisor. Nursing has been her calling, but she is looking to expand her nursing horizons.
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