Cindy Land, RN

At Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, rehabilitation nurse navigators provide support and assistance with common problems and challenges that arise during rehabilitation after a significant illness or injury. Nurse navigators are experienced registered nurses who have a thorough understanding of the health system and know how to access the variety of medical, rehabilitation, community and recreation resources. There is no additional fee for this service.  

What are you passionate about? And why? I am passionate about spending time with my husband, kids and dogs.  I am also passionate about getting out in nature and enjoying my day to the full extent! 

If I wasn’t a provider, I would be a: If I had the space and ability, I would run a dog rescue. 

Why did you become a provider? When did you know this was the career for you? I have always wanted to help others live the healthy lives they seek and knew at a young age I wanted to be a nurse. 

Something I have learned from my patients is: I have learned that every person’s journey is different and being mindful of individual needs/wants/values will lead us to the right path. 

One of the challenges of this career that I enjoy is (and why): I enjoy the challenge of thinking outside the box to create innovative solutions.  I also enjoy partnering with patients and finding these solutions together. 

My personal health goal is: My personal health goal is to have exercise and movement every day: yoga, strength training or walking.  My other goal is to get outside every single day! 

What is the best thing you’ve done for your health or the best health advice you’ve received? My commitment to movement been key to managing stress and maintaining strength and range of motion for long term back issues.   

What are you most proud of? I am most proud of the ways that I challenge myself daily, physically and mentally, to try new things and to find adventures. 

What are a few of your personal achievements? A personal achievement is training for and completing a 10 mile run.