About
Meet the team


Hannah Whittemore
Administrator
Hannah brings over a decade of healthcare experience across home health, phlebotomy, and emergency care. She holds degrees in Business and Healthcare Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University and is currently pursuing her Master of Health Administration at Purdue. In 2022, she helped launch the Indiana School of CNAs and now serves as Administrator and Director of Operations. A certified CPR/BLS instructor, Hannah is passionate about helping students master their skills and apply them in real-life scenarios.

Carissa Johnson, RN
Program Director & Instructor
​Carissa has 19+ years of healthcare experience, starting as a CNA before becoming a Registered Nurse. Her career includes leadership roles in long-term care, rehabilitation, home health, and corrections. She now channels her passion for teaching into helping students confidently enter the field. Carissa believes CNAs are the heart of patient care and is committed to guiding each student with compassion and clarity. She says, “I love to help people who are ready and willing to serve others. Let’s do this!”

Mia Joelle Baillie
Student Services Coordinator
​A licensed CNA and former student, MJ now supports others through clinical scheduling, financial advising, lab simulation, and student services. With a background in nonprofit operations as an executive Board member, and a current degree pursuit in Mortuary Science, she brings both heart and organization to her work. She is especially passionate about providing empathetic, quality care to those receiving medical or end-of-life treatment. MJ is dedicated to creating a welcoming, supportive space for every student.

Olivia Mershon
Executive Administrative Assistant
Olivia draws on her background in healthcare administration and direct care to maintain student records and ensure IDOH compliance at the school. A certified CNA cross-trained in phlebotomy, telemetry, and hospice care, she brings experience from Surgical, Oncology, and ICU settings. Olivia is enthusiastic about helping students feel confident as they transition into the CNA field. With a focus on making the journey smooth and the process easier to navigate, Olivia is dedicated to supporting each student from orientation to graduation and beyond.