The Laurels of Steubenville Staff
What differentiates one skilled nursing & rehabilitation center from another? The answer is... the people who work and reside there! The people set the tone, the atmosphere, and the expectations. At The Laurels of Steubenville, we take great pride in ensuring that everyone feels like part of our family, and that they are treated as special "guests" in our home.
The Laurels of Steubenville employs a team of highly qualified medical professionals, including a Medical Director, Registered Nurses, Restorative Care Nurses, a Wound Care Nurse, state tested Certified Nursing Assistants, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and a Speech Therapist. Our on-site Rehab, Dietary, Social Work, and Activities departments provide personalized and compassionate care to each guest. From the moment you walk through the front doors, the warmth and caring of the staff will begin to gain your trust and confidence, as they strive to exceed your expectations.
Unlike other facilities that use "contracted" staff members, each member of the team at The Laurels of Steubenville is directly employed, not "contracted". Each Team Member takes great pride in portraying "The Laurel Way of Caring", as they strive for excellence in providing only the highest standard of care and services to every guest, and to every family member and visitor. Come on in! Visit a while! Let us show you our very best... let us show you The Laurel Way.
Andrea Sheeler, LNHA, Administrator
Andrea Sheeler has been named the new administrator at The Laurels of Steubenville. Andrea graduated magna cum laude from Kent State University with a Bachelor of Fine and Professional Arts degree majoring in Gerontology with a sub-major in Long Term Care Administration. Andrea has over ten years experience in the nursing home industry. Andrea has worn many hats in long term care working as a Nursing Assistant, Director of Human Resources, Assistant Administrator, and Administrator in facilities in the Cleveland, Akron, and Canton areas. She is involved in the Ohio Health Care Association; serving on several committees over the years.
Lesley Heavilin, RN, Director of Nursing
Lesley began her career in long term care 15 years ago as an STNA while attending nursing school at The Ohio Valley Hospital School of Nursing in Steubenville, Ohio. She was hired as a nursing supervisor upon graduation and was promoted to Assistant Director of Nursing shortly thereafter. Before becoming employed with The Laurels of Steubenville, she filled the role of Director of Nursing for five years.
Janele Spann, Director of Marketing
Janele has been employed with the Laurels since December, 2008. Janele has over 6 years of experience in Long term care. She started her health care career as a State Tested Nurse Aide and is now a licensed Practical Nurse, earning her degree from Columbiana County Career and Technical Center. She has served our guests as a floor nurse and most recently as the skin care coordinator before transitioning into her current role. Janele is married, with 3 daughters. She is a youth league cheerleading coach and serves as an usher for her church. Janele serves as a Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Ambassador. She is looking forward to serving the community as well as continuing to serve the guests and families of The Laurels of Steubenville.
Karen Pinkerton, COTA, Rehabilitation Services Director
Karen Pinkerton was born and raised in Wellsville, Ohio and has been employed with The Laurels of Steubenville since its opening in 2008. Karen graduated in 1992 from Kent State East Liverpool with a degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting. She has been a Rehab Director in Long Term Care for 9 years and is also certified in Gerontology through the American Occupational Therapy Association.