Our Mission
Our mission is to create a structured, safe and wholesome learning experience, educate students on how to give compassionate and thorough care and be a resource for those seeking to achieve their highest potential. Together we and our patients can live our most excellent lives.
Nurse T’s Story
Teberah Alexander, RN, BSN, CDP—known affectionately as Nurse T—built her career through determination, resilience, and a deep love for helping others. As a young single mother, she balanced work, family, and nursing school, eventually graduating from Michigan State University in 2003. Nurse T's journey is a powerful reminder that no obstacle is too great when you’re committed to your dreams. Through Excelling Nursing Academy, she’s dedicated to empowering aspiring nurses and CNAs to achieve their goals and build a future they’re proud of, no matter where they start.
Teberah Alexander: Nursing Compassion Redefined
Teberah Alexander, a beacon of compassion and innovation in the healthcare industry, has dedicated her life to uplifting others through her remarkable nursing career and entrepreneurial endeavors. Born and raised in Michigan, Teberah's journey began with a deep-seated passion for nursing and a desire to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
After graduating from Michigan State University in 2003 with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Teberah embarked on a journey that would shape her into the visionary leader she is today. She honed her skills and expertise by serving in various healthcare settings, including Labor and Delivery, Cardiac, ICU, and Long Term Care Units. Throughout her early career, Teberah witnessed firsthand the profound impact compassionate care could have on patients and their families.
Driven by her unwavering commitment to improving the quality of life for others, Teberah founded Compassionate Home Care Services, a pioneering company dedicated to providing essential support to older individuals whose health needs were often overlooked. Her dedication to enhancing the lives of dementia patients led her to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner, and she established Kathelene's Adult Day Care Center in loving memory of her grandmother, Kathelene.
Teberah's passion for nursing excellence and her desire to empower others inspired her to establish Nurses Who Care, a platform aimed at nurturing and mentoring aspiring nurses to become exceptional healthcare professionals.
Through initiatives like the Future Nurses Program and the Caregivers Who Care Program, Teberah has continued to shape the next generation of compassionate caregivers.
In recognition of her outstanding contributions to the nursing profession and her unwavering commitment to community service, Teberah has received numerous accolades and awards. She is the proud recipient of the Detroit Spirit Award, the MSU Alumni Service Award, and the Career Master Leadership in Action Award, among others. Her dedication to her alma mater led her to serve on the board of the Michigan State University College of Nursing Alumni Association, where she continues to advocate for excellence in nursing education.
Teberah's impact extends beyond the healthcare sector, as she is actively involved in her community and various professional organizations. She is a dedicated member of the Michigan State University Alumni & Black Alumni Associations, the Michigan Nurses Association, and the professional minority nursing sorority Chi Eta Phi Inc. Her commitment to nurturing future leaders is further demonstrated by her role as a proud mother to Amiya Alexander, President of Amiya's Mobile Dance Academy and a distinguished alumna of New York University.
As Teberah continues to blaze trails in nursing and entrepreneurship, her latest venture, Nurse T's Body Bar, stands as a testament to her unwavering dedication to holistic wellness and compassionate care. Through her innovative spirit and tireless advocacy, Teberah Alexander has redefined the meaning of nursing compassion, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all those she touches.
Academy Instructor
Elmira Nixon MSN, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN
Graduated from MSU with her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing in 1993. Elmira also obtained her Master’s in Nursing Administration in 1999 and a Master’s in Business Administration in 2002 from the University of Phoenix.
As an accomplished dedicated healthcare professional with 21 years of successful experience, Elmira has dedicated her career in leading health care professionals to achieve organizational goals and objectives. Elmira has been recognized as a focused, dependable leader with timely completion of work and proven abilities to build team morale. As a personable team player committed to ensuring superior patient care and service in the community, Elmira has worked in various leadership roles throughout her career to include:
Chief Nursing Officer, Administrative Director of Medical Surgical Nursing, Administrative Director of Critical Care Nursing and is currently working as House Manager at Providence Park Hospital in Novi, Michigan.