CINDY REECER, Director of Nursing, Wesley Manor — Cindy started working at Wesley Manor in the dietary department as a waitress while still in high school. When the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) class was offered, she jumped on it and began her nursing career as a CNA. Throughout her journey, Cindy has relied on Ivy Tech to continue each step of the way; First with her QMA license in 2005, her LPN in 2014 and her RN in 2022. Between her LPN and RN program, Cindy was promoted as the Health Center Unit Manager and utilized the BHI Foundation Student Loan Assistance Program. She was able to go back to school for her RN degree and continue working with the support of the BHI Tuition Reimbursement Program. Upon graduation, she was promoted to her current role as Director of Nursing.

“The highlight of my nursing career was during my RN program as I continued to work and go to school at the same time. It was a great feeling to complete the program and have the opportunity to advance within BHI and Wesley Manor. It was nice to come out of school without new loans and be able to get back on the BHI Student Loan Assistance program to finish paying the previous student loans for the LPN program. I enjoy having some flexibility in my job and being able to continue assisting on the floors to stay on top of what is happening on the units. I think as a leader the best advice would be to make sure you continue to help staff on the floor as time allows. I believe this also sets the example of how you want staff to care for the residents, build relationships with staff, and gives you the opportunity for mentoring.”