Why choose us for home care in Vinita, OK?

Upon graduating from the University of Nebraska with a degree in Mathematics, Jamie worked in education as a secondary teacher for 20 years, during that time she attained a master's degree in education administration. Known for her organization and attention to detail Jamie was recruited to Home Instead by her husband to manage the office and support all systems of the operation. In the beginning her main duties included HR, Bookkeeping, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable. She also helped with scheduling, recruiting, hiring, training, and caregiving. She has been vital to the business and its growth. In 2024 she stepped into the role of General Manager to oversee all business operations. When she is not working Jamie enjoys her children, her dog, napping and date nights with her husband (the most handsome man in the world).

Over 20 years ago a sweet caregiver by the name of Bonita helped Michael's father as he battled Congestive Heart Failure. Bonita came every day to help Mr. Boyd get dressed, eat nutritious meals, take his medications, bathe, get to the bathroom and make his appointments. She often sat with him to play cards or just watch TV. On top of that, Bonita was able to keep the Boyd home tidy. Because of Bonita's commitment to care for Michael's father, his mother was able to return to work and run the family business. After a career in golf and commercial insurance Michael is excited to join Home Instead to positively affect the face of aging in our community. He has a passion for people, loves caring for others, and wants those in need to experience the same care Bonita gave to his father, and ultimately his family. Michael has lived in the Tulsa area for over 30 years, has been Married to Jamie for more than 18 years, together they have 3 wonderful children.

Jordan has been in Health Care since 2008. Starting her career as a C.N.A. working primarily in Hospitals she transitioned to a Registered Nurse in 2012 after graduating from Nursing School. Most of her career has been in Labor and Delivery, however, in 2022 she came to Home Instead to expand her knowledge and experience in Health Care. Since joining the team she has hit the ground running and oversaw a 300% increase in client census in her first 6 months. She thrives as teacher to and advocate for the Home Instead Care Professionals. Her background as a C.N.A. gives her the experience to speak directly to their needs, which has positive and lasting impact to the seniors in our care. When she is not working, Jordan loves caring for her 2 children.

Nicole Allen is a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with six years of diverse clinical experience in critical care, labor and delivery, and pre/post-operative cardiology procedures. A first-generation college graduate, Nicole earned a nursing degree from Northeastern Oklahoma A&M. Throughout her career, Nicole has developed a versatile skill set, providing exceptional care in high-stakes environments and adapting to the dynamic needs of patients across multiple specialties. Nicole is passionate about delivering patient-centered care, improving client outcomes, and ensuring the highest level of care in the client's home with Home Instead.

Jessica comes to Home Instead after a stint in medical transport services. She lives with her husband Chance in Collinsville and 3 dogs- Asher, Alabaster, and Annabelle, 2 cats- Meow Capone and Meow Pacino, and a mini pig, Baberaham Linkoln. Jessica is proud of her daughter who just graduated welding school. She loves to cook, garden, craft, and play with the animals. During warm months you can find her and her family at the lake, pool, river, creek, any water really. "I am so excited to be part of such a great team!"

Keri joins us with nearly 15 years of experience in the construction management industry. Her servant heart led her to Home Instead® in 2022, when she applied for a part-time Caregiver position after her youngest son left for college in Missouri. Once she had a foot in the door, her dedication and leadership naturally steered her into a full-time role within the Home Instead® Owasso office. Today, Keri serves as our Operations Manager for both Owasso and Vinita. While she still enjoys the opportunity to work directly with clients from time to time, she spends most of her days in the office ensuring smooth daily operations. Outside of work, Keri enjoys kayaking, whitewater rafting, corny Dad jokes, a good prank, decorating for every season, spending time with her partner, Kraig, and spoiling her dog, Chief.

Shelby was born and raised in Collinsville, Oklahoma. After graduating from Collinsville High School, she attended Connors State College on a rodeo scholarship. She then went on to continue her education at Oklahoma State University, graduating with a bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics. Shelby spent many years working in restaurant management before starting her career in health care in 2021. In her spare time, she enjoys helping her husband on the ranch where they live with their son and taking care of the many animals they have. Shelby joined our team in 2024 as our Home Care Consultant in the Vinita office.

Ivalee is a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a strong commitment to providing compassionate, person-centered care. She earned her CNA license from NTC in 2017 and has been actively serving in the healthcare field since 2018, gaining extensive experience in both home health and long-term care environments. Currently, Ivalee serves as our Lead Care Pro, a role in which she supports, guides, and mentors other care providers. She takes pride in being a reliable resource for her team - someone who is willing to step in, answer questions, and help ensure every client receives the highest quality of care. Her leadership style is rooted in empathy, accountability, and a deep understanding for the caregiving profession. Driven by a passion for lifelong learning, Ivalee plans to continue her education in healthcare, with goals of advancing her clinical skills and expanding her impact within the field. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with her kids and cheering them on through their many extracurricular activities. When she's not at a sporting event, you can find her on motorcycle rides with her significant other or exploring new restaurants in search of unique flavors and experiences