Meet the Health Services Staff
Meet the Health Services Staff
Karene Cummings
Director of Health Services
Hello, my name is Karene Cummings. I am the Director of Student Health Services at Knox College. I attended Graham Hospital School of Nursing, having graduated in 1996 with a diploma in nursing.
I have realized in my thirty years as a registered nurse, human connection is important to me. I strive to make every interaction genuine. I try to find common ground with others by listening to their experiences and sharing my own. Those small connections make a big difference in their healthcare experience. I am looking forward to providing care to the students at Knox College.
Jennifer Lemaster
Nurse Practitioner, APP
Jennifer Lemaster is our Advanced Practice Provider in collaboration with our partnership with Graham Medical Group to our Health Services Office. She will continue to provide medical care to enrolled students. Services provided include illness and injury management, minor emergency care, reproductive health and mental health visits, and medication management among other practices.
Jennifer's background includes acute care, emergency care, Director of Emergency Services, Family Practice and Urgent Care. She lives in Monmouth, has three children, is married to her husband for 15 years and has two Australian shepherds. She enjoys going on walks, hiking and spending time with her family.
Heather Dennis
Staff Nurse, RN BSN
Heather is a graduate from the University of Iowa with a bachelor's degree in nursing. Since graduating, she has worked in both the hospital and clinical areas, always with a focus on pediatrics. She has served our Knox community since February of 2022.