Type Of Business:
Human service organization
Major Product/SVS:
Group home for mentally and physically challenged individuals
Education Degrees:
Associate Degree in Nursing, Sullivan County Community College (1994)
Affiliations Awards:
New York State Mental Retardation/Developmental Disabilities Nurses Association
Work History:
Has been working in this special field for over 25 years.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
Watching people learn and grow.
Charity:
Volunteer, Local School Functions
Number Of Years In Profession:
17
Number Of Years In Current Position:
8
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to loving to see progress in patients.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she had 14 years of residential setting experience, then went to nursing school.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Working in an adult group home of mentally and physically challenged individuals; Training staff to administer medication and deal with daily situations; Screening calls; Consulting by phone; Talking to doctors and pharmacies
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Tompkins hopes to pursue bachelor's and master's degrees