Team
Amber Pack
Admissions Director
I am the Admissions Director at Parkside. I have been with Parkside for 6 years. I have worked in a few different fields while at Parkside, and Admissions is my favorite by far! I love working with patients and families during their transition from facility or home to come to Parkside. This position and Parkside have my heart. I love it!
Kimnie Bennett
LNHA
Kimnie Bennett has been an enthusiastic leader in the healthcare industry for the past 23 years. She offers years of experience as a Nursing Home Administrator since 2002. She is an active participant in many organizations to promote the highest level of care to our patients.
Nicole Langston
DON
I am the Director of Nursing here at Parkside Ellijay. I have been in LTC since 2001, starting out as a CNA. I have been a Registered Nurse for the past 14 years.
Lindsey Duvall
ADON
I am currently the ADON of Parkside Ellijay and have worked for the facility since 2010. I started my career here as a charge nurse after obtaining my LPN in 2010.
Laura Powell
Speech Therapist
I have over 20 years’ experience as a speech language pathologist helping patients to recover when they have changes in their ability to communicate or swallow, or with cognition. I cater treatment to the individual for the best treatment outcome. I love helping each patient reach their therapy goals.
Jeff MCCoy
Housekeeping Manager
My name is Jeff MCCoy, Housekeeping Manager. I worked at Woodstock Nursing Home for 8 years and was transferred to Parkside Ellijay by Lucent LLC group in October. I am also an outstanding boss that listens to all of my employees’ needs. I am a very loving and caring person.
Sandra Aaron
Medical Records
I have worked at Parkside for 35 years. I graduated from Pickens Tech in 1978. I have been in Medical Records for the last 15-20 years.
Rachel Hopkins
Resident Concierge/ Scheduling
I have been at Parkside 7 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and have had several roles at Parkside. I was previously the Activities Director and am now over scheduling and concierge services. I am a team player and on board for anything that is needed of me. I am extremely dedicated to Parkside and will always give 100%. Parkside is my second home. Our patients’ needs are my top priority.
Beth Williams
Dietary Manager
I’ve been a Certified Dietary Manager since 2006. I’ve been in food service since 2007. I co-owned a catering company in Tallahassee, Florida, and a cafe in Mobile, Alabama. I’ve been of service to others all my life and I enjoy doing it.
Renee Strohl
East Wing Coordinator
I have been an LPN for 19 years and have held a variety of responsibilities during my career as a nurse with the majority of my focus being in long-term care. I am currently employed at Parkside and hold the position of nursing supervisor/coordinator.
Tina Mullinax
Activities Director
Hi I’m Tina Mullinax, one of the Activity Directors at Parkside Ellijay. I have worked here for 10 1/2 years and love making the residents laugh and smile. From dancing in the hallways to sitting in the courtyard, every day is a blessing to be with our residents.
Ginger Peterson
Activities Director
Hi my name is Ginger Peterson and I work as one of the Activities Directors here at Parkside Nursing Home. I’ve worked in the healthcare field for over 10 years. I love dancing, laughing, and playing games, but most of all I love seeing my residents and staff smile.
Rob Parks
Maintenance Director
Maintenance Director; schedules day-to-day work, oversees repairs, regularly inspect the facility, oversees weekly/daily maintenance schedules, and supervising of maintenance technicians training.
- Develop maintenance procedures and ensure implementation
- Carry out inspections of the facilities to identify and resolve issues
- Check electrical and hydraulic systems of buildings to ensure functionality
- Plan and oversee all repair and installation activities
- Manage relationships with contractors and service providers
- Keep maintenance logs and report on daily activities
- Ensure health and safety policies are complied with
Shannon Randall
OT
Shannon received a Master’s of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from Brenau University in Georgia. She is modality certified through PAMPCA and certified for use of physical agents in the state of Georgia. Shannon has strong clinical knowledge and diverse skills with experience in custom splinting, environmental modifications for fall prevention, and assessment of adaptive equipment needs. Her passion is with the adult and geriatric population. Her background includes working with a variety of impairments including neurological, orthopedic, musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, and cognitive deficits. Her desire is to provide the highest outcome possible, and she takes pride in offering the best care to every patient. Shannon is the lead clinical therapist at Parkside Nursing and Skilled Rehabilitation.
Rob Feist
Facilities Director
Hi my name is Robert Feist. I am working at Parkside for just over two years now as the Facilities Director. I relocated here from Stuart, Florida, where I worked as a Facilities Manager for the Martin County School District.
Rhonda Patterson
Social Services Director
I am currently the Social Services Director at Parkside Ellijay. I have worked for Parkside since 2018. I graduated from KSU in 2005.
Susan Webb
West Wing Coordinator
I’m Susan Webb, RN. I am an Army veteran, and have practiced for over 40 years in a wide number of nursing specialties. I am the Treatment Nurse here at Parkside Ellijay, and truly enjoy working with all the residents here.