Expertise:
Community health, hospice and nurse management
Education Degrees:
Pursuing Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Washington; Master of Science in Nursing, University of Washington (1981)
Charity:
Volunteer, Local Senior Services
Number Of Years In Profession:
38
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion for nursing and desire to be able to make a difference in the lives of others.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through the inspiration of her mother, a nurse.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Attending the University of Washington as a full-time student
Awards/Honors:
Published, "Overdose Deaths Involving Prescription Opioids Among Medicaid Enrollees," Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, CDC (2009)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Coolen intends to complete a doctor of nursing practice program and teach at the university level in the state of Washington or Hawaii. She would also like to continue to conduct research in indigent health care.