About - Monarch Hospice & Palliative Care

Corey Craig

CEO, LNHA, MBA

Corey has overseen healthcare operations in the nursing home industry in the state of Kansas since 2015. He obtained his MBA with an emphasis in leadership and is a licensed nursing home administrator. Corey brings his expertise in finance, human resources, and compliance. In his time as an administrator, he operated and maintained only 5 star rated facilities and achieved three deficiency-free surveys.

“My favorite thing about the healthcare industry is working with a group of people who truly put patient care and satisfaction above anything else.”

Courtney Jacobs

Administrator, BHS

Courtney has been working in the healthcare industry since 2016, beginning her journey as a CNA and progressing to leadership roles within the private duty home care sector. She earned her Associate of Science in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program, followed by her Bachelor of Health Science in Health Services Administration from Washburn University. Throughout her career, Courtney has witnessed firsthand the vital role hospice care plays in the lives of patients and their families. For the past two years, she has focused exclusively on hospice care, contributing to the success of a start-up hospice company that achieved a deficiency-free survey. This accomplishment reflects her commitment to deliver high-quality care and to foster a nurturing environment for everyone involved. Courtney is dedicated to building trust and ensuring that every individual feels valued and understood.

"My greatest privilege being in the healthcare industry, specifically hospice, is the opportunity to accompany patients and their families during the final stages of their journey. Being part of such a profound and delicate time in their lives. It is an honor to help them navigate this journey with compassion, dignity, and respect."

Samantha Fatall

Clinical Director Kansas City, RN, BSN

Samantha is a Kansas City native who has worked in healthcare since 2009 and worked in the hospice industry since 2012. Samantha started off as a CNA in 2009, worked her way through school to become an LPN, where she fell in love with hospice, then graduated with her RN/BSN in 2017. Samantha brings a total of 12 years of hospice experience as well as 4 years of hospice management experience.

“My favorite part of working in hospice is getting to know my patients and their families, learning about their lives and being a part of their journey. It is such an honor to help our patients and their family members through such a sacred time. It is really special to watch their devotion for each other and to be a part of making the process as peaceful as it can be for them.”