St. Ann’s has new associate director of nursing St. Ann’s

St. Ann’s Community, Rochester’s leading senior housing and health services provider, recently promoted registered nurse Shaneeya Cooper to associate director of nursing.

Cooper earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nazareth College. She also holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Rochester, and she is currently pursuing her Master of Science in Nursing Education.

Cooper has 17 years of nursing and long-term, acute and ambulatory care experience, starting out as a unit aide and progressed throughout her career as a certified nursing assistant and a licensed practical nurse prior to obtaining her RN and BSN. She previously served as a clinical adjunct professor at Nazareth College, where she was responsible for teaching future registered nurses.

Prior to her promotion, Cooper worked as a nurse educator at St. Ann’s Home since 2019. As a member of the nursing leadership team, Cooper will be responsible for planning, organizing, leading and controlling the overall operation of the community 24-hours a day, seven days a week. She is tasked with creating a productive, supportive, and satisfying environment for residents, patients, and staff.

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