Department of Health

Michelle Samphere RN, BSN
Community Health Nurse Supervisor

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Hello! My name is Michelle Samphere, I was born In Chicago, IL. I live in the small-town of North Freedom, Wisconsin. I am an enrolled tribal member with the Ho-Chunk Nation and a mom of four adventurous children. I completed my associate’s degree in Madison, WI and earned my Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Viterbo University.

Over the course of my career, I have spent most of my time with the geriatric population specifically in long term care. I have had the pleasure of enjoying these past few years working for the tribe, learning the systems, policies, and procedures.

As a tribal member it is very important for me to serve our community to our best capabilities. This includes ensuring that we are giving the best evidence-based nursing care to those we serve. My focus within my position is on sustainability, Sustainable culture, Sustainable staff and financial sustainability as we move post pandemic and look forward to years to come.

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Contact Michelle at: Ext 35555
Email: Michelle.Samphere@ho-chunk.com

Charley Froeba, RN
Community Health Nurse,
Bachelors of Science-Nursing
University of Sioux Falls
Bachelors of Science-Exercise Science and Health Education
Univirsity of Wisconsin-River Falls
Nekossa and Wittenberg

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Hello! My name is Charley Froeba, I was born and raised in Wisconsin Rapids. I live on a small hobby farm near Pittsville, WI with my family. I went to school in River Falls, Wisconsin for Exercise Science and Health Education. I furthered my education by moving to Sioux Falls, South Dakota and achieved an accelerated Bachelors of Science in Nursing in 15 months. My nursing background is primarily in surgical services and outpatient procedures. I enjoy my time working for the tribe. Getting to know the elders and the individualized care that I provide to each tribal member. It is a pleasure getting to know the culture and traditions within the Ho-Chunk Nation and I look forward to what the future holds for me here, as a nurse, for the Ho-Chunk Nation.

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Contact Charley at: Ext 38762
Cell: 608-477-1488
Email: Charley.Froeba@ho-chunk.com

Valentina Good, CHN
Community Health Nurse

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Hello! My name is Valentina Good. I am an In-Home Care Nurse for the Wisconsin Dells area. For 15 years I was a professional nurse and mainly worked at a long-term facility and rehabilitation center. I began my career as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a nursing home setting and at the same time I started to take classes at the local college. After a few years of studying and working I settled on nursing and worked at St. Clare Baraboo hospital. The hospital setting gave me the opportunity to get comfortable with pursuing my nursing career. I took care of patients in ICU, Med Surge and OB units and at the same time developed confidence in nursing. Taking care of the elder population seemed natural to me. I found myself meeting different people with different life experiences. I enjoy working for the Ho-Chunk Nation, getting to know the culture, learn different traditions and life styles. For now, I would like to continue to take care of elders and their families and be useful for the community.

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Contact Valentina at: Ext 35551
Cell: 608-339-1167
Email: Valentina.Good@ho-chunk.com

Rouslana Monaco, CHN
Community Health Nurse
Madison / Wisconsin Dells area
Associate Degree in Nursing
from MATC Madison, WI
Associate Degree /
Certified Legal Secretary
Bachelor’s Degree in
Agricultural Management

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Hello. My name is Rouslana Monaco. I was born and raised in Russia. I moved to the United States when I was 24 years old as a foreign exchange student studying Agricultural.

I live in Baraboo with my husband Michale who I have been married to for 23 years. We have a son, Peter who is 22 and we also have 3 cats. My favorite thing is to be outdoors. Going for long walks and riding my scooter around my neighborhood. I also enjoy cooking and baking for my family and friends.

I have been a nurse for over 15 years. I studied at MATC Madison while my son was young. I earned my LPN in 2007 and finished with my RN in 2009. I have worked in hospitals, nursing homes, and before coming here I was working at Sauk County jail. I have enjoyed the past two years that I have been with the Ho-Chunk Nation. Learning the culture, getting to know the elders, and being in the community so much more. I’m looking forward to see what the future has for me here. It’s a wonderful experience.

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Contact Rouslana Monaco at: Ext 35503
Email: Rouslana.Monaco@ho-chunk.com

Royce Raymond, CHN
Community Health Nurse

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Greetings! My name is Royce Raymond and I am the Community Health Nurse serving the Tomah and La Crosse Health Offices. I have learned a tremendous amount about the rich Ho Chunk culture and heritage while working with tribal Elders these past two years, and I think not a day goes by that I don’t learn something new. My nursing background over the past 10 years has been primarily in settings where I have been serving older clients. This background fits well with the Tribal Elders I work with in the Tomah and La Crosse areas, whether on home visits, hospital visits, or foot care clinics. I have 4 grown children and 1 precious granddaughter who I enjoy visiting in my free time.

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Contact Royce Raymond at:
608-372-5202 Ext 33354
Cell: 715-896-9711
Email: Royce.Raymond@ho-chunk.com

Michelle Winneshiek
Intake Coordinator
Black River Falls, La Crosse and Wittenberg

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Greetings, My name is Michelle Winneshiek, I am originally from the Wisconsin Rapids area. I am an enrolled Tribal member with the Ho-Chunk Nation and I have four amazing children who share the same passion in traveling as I do. I recently completed my Associate of Applied Science in Human Services at Western Technical College in La Crosse, WI. I am continuing on working for my Bachelor of Social Work with a focus on healthcare services and well-being in our Indigenous communities.

I enjoy working with Tribal members and community providing assistance and resources with medical needs. I work closely with Community Health Nursing staff to serve our community with great efficacy.

As a Tribal member I believe in providing a culturally sensitive and high quality health care with a holistic approach to health, aligning harmony of the mind, body, and spirit.

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Contact Michelle at:
Phone: (715) 284-9851 Ext 35041
Email: Michelle.Winneshiek@ho-chunk.com

Heather Green
Intake Coordinator
House of Wellness, Tomah and Nekoosa

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Greeting and Salutations! I come from the Tomah & BRF area. Mother to three children who are my world and my wonderful companion. I have been with the Health Department for four years and am blessed to be able to work along side such a wonderful team. I am the Intake Coordinator for the Tomah, Nekoosa and Dells area. My goal is to assist in finding accurate care for any and all tribal members. I take extreme pride in being able to assist my tribe and the members when called upon. I am currently pursuing my education for my Associate of Science degree.

In my spare time I love to sew, bead, craft and travel with my husband and three children across the world and seeing many different sights and meeting new people.

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Contact Heather at:
Phone: (715) 284-9851 Ext 35034
Email: Heather.Green@ho-chunk.com

Heidi Hargis
Registered Nurse
Madison Area

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Hello, my name is Heidi Hargis, I am a registered nurse with over a decade of experience in the Healthcare industry. I have worked at The University of Wisconsin Madison in a cardiothoracic ICU, St. Mary’s in an intermediate medical surgical floor, and the last two years before joining the Ho-Chunk community I worked at my local High School. Most of my experience was working as a floor nurse, or in the last few years as a school nurse at Lodi High School during the Covid years, so I wanted to experience Community Health Nursing and Joined Ho-Chunk in 2023.

I am an In-Home Care Nurse in the Madison area facility and enjoy working for the Ho-Chunk Elders. The best part of my job is getting to know the elders and the culture and working for the tribe, especially the personal care that I am able to provide. Other than work you can find me in Lodi on a bicycle riding around, as this is my favorite pastime besides my four children and husband.

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Contact Heidi at:
Phone: (608) 277-9964 Ext 35579
Email: Heidi.Hargis@ho-chunk.com