Staff
Our staff professionals include licensed practical nurses and registered nurses; certified nursing assistants; physical, recreational and occupational therapists; and a medical doctor.
Many of our certified nursing assistants received their degrees through a program developed by the University of Alaska Southeast and began their careers at Wildflower Court as well-supervised student interns.
Itinerant professionals also schedule regular visits.
Staff Directory
Ruth Johnson, Administrator
Supervises management staff and oversees all facility functions.
907-463-8712
Email : rjohnson@wildflowercourt.org
Anne Thibodeau, Chief Financial Officer
Supervises accounting staff and oversees all accounting functions.
907-463-8732
Email : athibodeau@wildflowercourt.org
Kirk Elmore, Director of Activities
Supervises Activity Aides, attends resident council meetings, and creates monthly outline of activities for residents.
907-463-8725
Email : kelmore@wildflowercourt.org
Emily Merli, Director of Nursing
Supervises all nursing and rehabilitation staff. Monitors and provides staff education/training.
907-463-8794
Email : emerli@wildflowercourt.org
Sharon Woodward, Director of Social Services
Coordinates admissions/discharges, handles resident and family issues/grievances, and advocates for residents.
907-463-8740
Email : swoodward@wildflowercourt.org
Zak Fisher, Facility Director
Supervises custodial, maintenance, kitchen, inventory, and dietary departments.
907-463-8763
Email : zfisher@wildflowercourt.org
Physical Therapist
Christian Pankhurst, 907-463-8720
Designs and implements rehabilitation for, and prevention of impairments, activity limitations, participation restrictions, and environmental barriers for subacute and long term residents.
Charge RN
Jamel Schaffner, 907-723-9982
Coordinates with doctors for medications, evaluations, and doctor’s orders.
Charge RN
Adrienne Pierce, 907-723-9982
Coordinates with doctors for medications, evaluations, and doctor’s orders.
Custodial Services Manager
Tony Nelson, 907-463-8719
Oversees housekeeping, laundry, and custodial services and staff.
Dietitian
Theresa Reynolds , 907-463-8754
Develops weekly menu and tracks dietary health of residents.
Health Information Manager
Hazel Early, 907-463-8799
Maintains all resident medical records.
Health Unit Coordinator
Loretta Burruss, 907-463-8722
Schedules and coordinates resident appointments, pick-ups, and drop offs.
HR Technician
Thea Nelson, 907-463-8718
Responsible for new hire process and orientations, HR files and reports, and tracks new hire training.
Assisting Director of Nursing
Carrie Lee Miller, 907-463-8715
Oversees infection prevention, nursing staff development/education, and quality improvement.
Kitchen Supervisor
John David, 907-463-8729
Oversees kitchen staff and daily operations.
Maintenance Manager
Dave Anderson, 907-463-8739
Oversees all repairs and maintenance of building and equipment for the facility.
Occupational Therapist
Jill Lingle, 907-463-8724
Plans and supervises resident rehabilitation in activities of daily living.
Administrative Assistant/Resident Trust
David K. Anderson, 907-463-8710
Provides administrative support to all staff, manages the reception desk, and oversees the resident trust accounts.
Payroll Accountant
Sharon Mitchell, 907-463-8749
Responsible for payroll and related accounting.
Rehab Aide
Brenda Johnson, 907-463-8721
Provides rehab to residents.
Resident/AP Accountant
Peggy MacInnis, 907-463-8731
Responsible for facility billing, resident trust accounts, and tracks daily census.
Resident Care Coordinator/MDS RN
Brandie Johnson, 907-463-8714
Manages resident care plans and tracks overall health of residents.
Social Work Associate
Melissa Elmore, 907-463-8776
Assists Director of Social Services and coordinates admissions/discharges of residents.
Speech Therapist (Under contract)
Jeff Von Rekowski, 907-463-8705
Resident Speech therapist.
Supply Clerk
Miles Finley, 907-463-8728
Inventory control for nursing and administrative supplies.