Joan Opyr

Joan Opyr is a seasoned psychiatric registered nurse and director of nursing at Telecare Corporation, where employment began in July 2017. With a background in psychiatric nursing at Kootenai Health and previous experience as a certified nursing assistant at Circles of Caring Adult Day Health, Joan has demonstrated a commitment to patient care, particularly for individuals with cognitive impairments. Additionally, Joan is a published author with Bywater, known for novels including "Idaho Code" and "Shaken and Stirred." An educational background in nursing and literature includes a Doctorate in Nurse Practitioner from Seattle University and multiple degrees in English, culminating in significant teaching and administrative roles at various institutions.