Cindy Okolo, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC

Dr. Cindy Okolo, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC is a highly skilled nurse practitioner and healthcare leader with a strong background in hospital medicine and critical care. She currently serves as a Doctor of Nursing Practice at Missouri Highlands Health Care, where she is known for delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while contributing to organizational excellence and clinical innovation.

Dr. Okolo brings extensive experience from diverse clinical settings, including Elkhart General Hospital, Goshen General Hospital, Ottumwa Regional Hospital, ALMH, and the University of Chicago Medicine. Her work across high-acuity and hospitalist environments has strengthened her expertise in complex patient management, interdisciplinary collaboration, and quality-driven care delivery.

She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Midwestern University and her Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner track, from Governors State University. During her academic training, Dr. Okolo was actively involved in professional and honor organizations, including Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Nursing Society, the American Nurses Association, the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, and the National Stroke Association. She also holds Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications, reflecting her commitment to clinical excellence and patient safety.

Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Okolo is deeply engaged in leadership, mentorship, and community outreach. She has coordinated nursing career fairs, fundraisers, and health awareness initiatives focused on HIV/AIDS, breast cancer, and heart disease. Her dedication to education and service highlights her passion for strengthening both healthcare teams and the communities they serve.

Fluent in English and Igbo, Dr. Okolo thrives in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments. She is widely recognized for fostering collaboration, empowering colleagues, and advocating for patient-centered care. Through her clinical expertise, leadership, and commitment to service, Dr. Cindy Okolo continues to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and healthcare systems alike.

• Midwestern University - Doctor's Degree
• Governors State University - Masters of Science in Nursing

• Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Nursing Society
• American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
• American Nurse Association (ANA)
• American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
• Association of Missouri Nurse Practitioners
• National Stroke Association

• Advocate Health Care