Meet Our Residents

Current Residents


Mara Bennett-Deiss,
FNP


Last Attended:
Winona State University

Specialty Care Areas of Interest:
Mara characterizes her practice as a heartfelt blend of humor, transparency, and gentleness. With a fierce passion for serving marginalized communities, she prioritizes equity for all patients. Her philosophy centers on acceptance, ensuring that every individual feels acknowledged and respected. She is also passionate about improving LGBTQ+ healthcare, Mara co-created a workshop, Code Rainbow, to enhance allyship among healthcare providers.

Location:
Penobscot Community Health Center, Union Street

Personal Interests:
Mara is foster parent and avid volunteer, who strives to make a positive impact in her community. To unwind, Mara finds comfort in spending time with her dogs, game nights with friends, and is an avid sports enthusiast.



Breanna Hamby,
FNP


Last Attended:
Emory University | Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing

Specialty Care Areas of Interest:
Values preventive care and health education. Specialty areas of interest include pediatrics and urgent care.

Location:
Penobscot Community Health Center, Union Street

Personal Interests:
Breanna enjoys traveling, playing sports in the community, and spending time with friends and family.




NP Residency Graduates Cohort 2021-2022


Brianna Cox,
FNP




Sarah Hopkins,
FNP




Anthony Posuniak,
FNP




Matthew Marx,
FNP-BC





NP Residency Graduates Cohort 2020-2021


Gloria Reid,
FNP-C




Meghan Chenausky, FNP-C




Robbin League, FNP-C




Amy Isabelle, FNP-C



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PCHC's twelve-month residency is specifically focused on increasing the clinical knowledge, skills, and experience of new family nurse practitioners, providing them with a positive transitional experience from school to practice, and an opportunity to fine-tune skills under the guidance of an experienced mentor.

Accreditation



This health center is a Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C. 254b, and a deemed Public Health Service employer under 42 U.S.C. 233(g)-(n). PCHC is a FTCA Deemed Facility.