Diane Adams
MSW, CVRP, CRC, CEAS
Diane has over 30 years of experience as a Vocational Counselor. She is certified to work in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont. Diane is renowned for her exceptional ability to work with challenging cases as well as her overall Return-to-Work success. She excels at expert testimony, is certified to complete Ergonomic Assessments and she provides Veteran’s Employability Assessments. Diane covers eastern and central Massachusetts, as well as New Hampshire, southern Maine and eastern Vermont.
Jennifer Alden
RN, BS, ADN
Jen has been a member of the VRS team since May of 2021 and serves as a Medical Case Manager in the central Vermont region including the Barre-Montpelier, White River Junction and Rutland triangle. She began her nursing career in 2011 and over that time has held diverse clinical, management, and case management positions.
Karen Aresco
BSN, RN
Karen joined the VRS Team in early 2022. She has been an RN since 1994, during which time she has served in multiple settings as both a medical and psychiatric nurse, most often in management and supervisory roles. Karen has been providing Case Management services since 2018 and is ideally situated to cover the state of Connecticut.
Lisa Bastianelli
RN, BSN
Lisa joined the VRS Team in March of 2021 and serves as a Medical Case Manager in the Boston, South Shore, Rhode Island triangle. She began her nursing career in 1991 and over that time has provided a wide variety of medical services and expertise to a large and diverse population of patients.
Jennifer Bishop
RN
Jennifer joined the VRS Team in 2022, having worked as an RN since 2009 in a variety of clinical, management, and Case Management positions. She covers Connecticut and Rhode Island.
Linda Brier
RN, BSN, MSN
Linda joined VRS in 2013 and serves as a Medical Case Manager covering the Burlington, Vermont Labor Market as well as central and northern Vermont. She has over 40 years of experience in the medical field including 30 plus years as a manager and supervisor. Linda served for 20 years in the Vermont Army National Guard at which time she spent nine years as State Chief Nurse and three years as Deputy Commander. She was also stationed at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington DC during Operation Desert Storm and retired with the rank of full Lieutenant Colonel. Linda specializes in catastrophic injuries and diseases such as TBI and PTSD.
Tara Carter
RN, BS, BSN, CMT
Tara joined the VRS Team in 2018 and serves as a Medical Case Manager in Vermont, covering Chittenden County (metro-Burlington) and surrounding areas. Proficient in a wide variety of nursing skills, Tara has been recognized on numerous occasions for her exceptional Nurse Case Management abilities.
Michael Chartrand
M.ED, CRC, CVRP, CEAS
Michael has been providing Vocational Rehabilitation services to injured workers in Vermont and New Hampshire since 2013 and has been a Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist since 2016. He has two master’s degrees, including an MA in Rehabilitation Counseling from Assumption College. His professional affiliations include the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals and the Vermont Safety and Health Council. Michael covers the northern half of Vermont, including Lebanon to Barre-Montpelier to Burlington, as well as parts of western New Hampshire.
Aline Coelho
MA, CRC
Aline joined the VRS team in early 2022. She has a BS in Community Health Science and her MA in Vocational Rehabilitation from Assumption University. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and a Certified Vocational Rehab Provider (CVRP). Aline has extensive experience working with diverse populations and interdisciplinary teams and is passionate about helping injured workers meet their vocational goals. She is fluent in English and Portuguese and covers Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Kelly Culmo
RN, BSN
Kelly graduated with her BSN in 2008 from Samuel Merritt University. She joined the VRS Team in August 2023 after 15 years of clinical experience, and most recently as a clinic manager. Kelly currently covers the Connecticut area.
Rosalyn Davidoff
MS, CRC, LRC, QRC
Rosalyn joined the VRS team in early 2022. She earned her MS in Rehabilitation Counseling from Boston University and has numerous professional designations. Rosalyn provides Labor Market Surveys and Vocational Expert Witness Testimony throughout Massachusetts. With nearly 30 years of experience in the field, she is highly regarded for her expertise and professionalism.
Lucy Dupont
RN, BSN, CRRN
Lucy covers Chittenden County as well as central and northern Vermont. She has over 30 years experience in the medical field and has accumulated a variety of skills including bedside nursing, education, management and case management. In addition, Lucy has been a Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) since 1990 with an emphasis on rehabilitation, medical-surgical, palliative and home health care. She has instituted, managed, marketed, directed and supervised numerous medical and HR programs in varied medical environments. Consistent with the philosophy at VRS, Lucy believes in collaboration, education and communication as well as meeting and exceeding the high expectations of those who rely on her expertise.
Lisa Ernst
RN, MS
Lisa joined the VRS Team in early 2023 and has twenty years’ experience as an RN in a variety of clinical positions, specializing mainly in field epidemiology and psychiatric nursing. She covers Boston/northeastern Massachusetts/southern New Hampshire and is licensed in Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire.
Nathalie Evangelista
RN, BSN
Nathalie joined the VRS Team on March 2023. She began her nursing career in 2012 as an LPN, later furthering her education and becoming an RN. She holds her BSN from Governors University and has worked in a Case Manager position for the last 5 years. She is fluent in Portuguese and currently covers Connecticut.
Susan Gorborino
RN, BS, CCM
Sue joined the VRS Team in January of 2022. She has over twenty (20) years of experience as a Clinical and Field Case Manager and is well respected for her ability to work with diverse populations, her collaborative approach to Case Management, and for consistently achieving successful Return-to-Work outcomes. She believes her early experience working in oncology and hospice had a profound and positive impact on her career as a Nurse Case Manager. A graduate of Quinnipiac University, Sue covers Connecticut and western Massachusetts and is licensed in both states.
Michele Greco
RN, BSN
Michele joined the VRS Team in May of 2021. She began her nursing career in 1992 and over that time has held a wide variety of both clinical and management positions. Michele is fluent in English and Spanish and covers all of Connecticut as well as western Massachusetts. As with all the staff at VRS, Michele is a dedicated professional who takes great pride in her work.
Amy Heath
RN
Amy joined the VRS Team in 2022 and since 2002 has worked as an RN in a variety clinical and management positions, including five years as a Workers’ Compensation and Occupational Health RN. She covers central Vermont, western Massachusetts and the Albany, NY metro region.
Liv Hooker
RN, CCM
Liv joined the VRS MCM Team in November of 2020. She has been a registered nurse since 1989 and a Medical Case Manager working with injured workers since 1994. Liv is an expert at managing catastrophic injuries and is skilled at assessing treatment plans, coordinating medical care and in making sure non-catastrophic injuries do not run off the rails. She is highly regarded for her ability to maintain ongoing communication and collaboration with all stakeholders and is experienced working with employers providing Job Analysis and assisting in determining the availability of modified-duty work. Liv covers central and southern Vermont as well as western New Hampshire.
Amy Keane
RN, BS, BSN
Amy has been a member of the VRS Team since February of 2020 and serves as a Medical Case Manager in Vermont. She earned her Nursing Degree at Western Governors University in 2019 and has been a Licensed Registered Nurse since 2017. She also has a BS Degree in Applied Psychology and has worked in the healthcare field since 2009. Her territory covers northern and central Vermont including Burlington, Barre-Montpelier, St. Albans and all points in between.
Coleen Kearon
MA, CDMS
Coleen has worked as a Vocational Counselor since 2000 and is currently certified in Vermont and New Hampshire. A Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS), she also specializes in Ergonomic Evaluations and Job Analyses and is an asset to employers looking to prevent workplace injuries and increase employee retention. Highly regarded for her professional and practical approach, Coleen helps clients gain valuable job search skills that enable them to return to suitable employment. She is also sought after for her skills as an Independent Voc Evaluator. Prior to becoming a VR Counselor, Coleen worked as a Clinical Case Manager for individuals with chronic mental illness, and as a Crisis Counselor for a state hospital diversion program. She also served as a Student Advisor/Instructor at the secondary and college level. Coleen enjoys working with diverse populations, focusing on helping injured workers in transition acquire the skills they need to re-enter the workforce.
Teri Lawrence
M.ED
Teri joined the VRS VR Team in June, 2015. She has a BS in Behavioral Science as well a Master’s Degree in Education from the University of Vermont. She has worked as a Rehabilitation Specialist, Career Coordinator and Case Manager since 1986, during which time she was employed at a private psychiatric treatment facility. Teri is also a Qualified Myers Briggs Examiner. Teri covers central Vermont as well as the Northeast Kingdom.
Renee LoPresti
BSN, RN, CNRN
Renee joined the VRS team in August 2023. She has been working as a Registered Nurse since 2017. Throughout her nursing career, she has worked at top ranked hospitals in Boston, with expertise in Surgery, Neurology, Orthopedics, Cardiology, and Women’s Health. Renee also has experience in educating and supervising. She is a compassionate and dedicated case manager who finds fulfillment in assisting clients in their recovery. Renee covers the Boston area as well as south-shore Massachusetts.
Susan MacInnis
RN, CCM
Susan has been a Medical Case Manager since 1997 and is certified as a Catastrophic Case Manager. Susan is known and respected for her ability to move even the most complex cases toward appropriate and timely resolution. As with all of the professionals at VRS, Susan has a great working relationship with all of the providers in her area of coverage, which includes eastern, central and western MA as well as New Hampshire, Rhode Island and southern Maine.
Sandi Mann
MA, CRC
Sandi has been providing Vocational Rehabilitation Services in Vermont, New Hampshire and Massachusetts since 1991. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and has her Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Assumption College in Worcester, MA. Sandi is highly respected for her ability to work effectively and collaboratively with clients, insurance adjusters, medical professionals, attorneys and various state agencies. Her exceptional communication and case management skills, as well as her rapport with people of diverse backgrounds, translate to timely and appropriate Return-to-Work outcomes and/or case resolution. Consistent with the philosophy at VRS, Sandi employs a professional and practical approach to VR services that focuses on regular communication with all parties. Sandi is certified to provide her expertise in Vermont and New Hampshire.
Katie Napierkoski
MA, CRC
Katie joined the VRS team in early 2022. She earned her MA in Rehabilitation Counseling from Assumption College in 2001 and has worked in the VR field providing counseling and guidance to persons with disabilities for most of the past 20 years. Katie is on track to earn her CVRP designation in July 2022. Her areas of coverage are New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
Bill O'Neill
CDMS, CVRP, NREMT
Bill has been providing Vocational Rehabilitation services to injured workers since 1993. His expertise covers all phases of VR including Ergonomic Evaluations, Job Analysis, Return-to-Work Coordination, Labor Market Surveys, Crisis Management, Psychiatric Conditions and Traumatic Brain Injuries. Bill is also a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician. Bill covers all of western Vermont as well as northeastern New York.
Alicia Pinet
RN, BSN
Alicia joined the VRS Team in 2022, bringing with her over ten years of clinical experience in a variety of hospital and medical care settings. She is licensed in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts, covering New Hampshire and northeastern Massachusetts. As with all the staff at VRS, Alicia is a passionate professional dedicated to helping workers from all walks of life regain their health and livelihood.
Kristine Provencher
RN
Kristine joined the VRS Team in 2022 and has worked as an RN is various capacities and settings since 2016. She covers central and northwestern Vermont to include the Middlebury, Rutland, Burlington triangle.
Rachel Richards
RN, CCM
Rachel has been a Registered Nurse since 2013 and in that time she has built an impressive resume of clinical, case management and supervisory experience. Her unsurpassed professionalism and communication skills contribute to her success as a Field Case Manager. Rachel covers Massachusetts (Metro West, South Shore), Connecticut and Rhode Island.
Terri Schena
BA
Terri has been a field case manager since 1988. Terri has experience in both Vocational and Medical case management in both the Workers’ Compensation and Long-Term Disability realm. She is also extremely accomplished doing Massachusetts pre-surgical Fee Negotiations and has saved customers millions of dollars through this service. Terri covers all of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and southern Maine.
Rosanne Westcott
RN, BSN
Rosanne joined the VRS Team in January of 2022 and has over 30 years of experience in a wide variety of Clinical, Instructional, Managerial and Case Management positions. She is fluent in Spanish and Italian and covers western/central Massachusetts and northern/central Connecticut. Rosanne is a dedicated professional who takes great pride and pleasure in helping a diverse population of injured workers regain their health and livelihood.
Lori Wilkinson
RN
Lori joined the VRS MCM Team in May, 2015. She has been a registered nurse since 1990 and a Medical Case Manager working with injured workers since 2008. Lori is an expert at managing catastrophic injuries and is skilled at assessing treatment plans, coordinating medical care and ensuring appropriate approvals for recommended treatment interventions. She is highly regarded for her ability to maintain ongoing collaboration and communication with insurance adjusters, injured workers, state agencies, medical professionals and attorneys. Lori has twenty years of Critical Care and Emergency Medicine experience and has earned five separate accreditation. Lori covers central and western Massachusetts as well as Connecticut from Hartford to the north and west.