Rebecca Finke, Nurse Program Manager - Forensic Nursing, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, Shawnee Mission
Rebecca “Becky” Finke, Nurse Program Manager for AdventHealth Kansas City’s Forensic Nurse Program, is a compassionate leader and powerful advocate for victims of sexual assault, abuse and human trafficking. She leads a 24/7 team providing trauma-informed care and mentors future forensic nurses by teaching at Johnson County Community College and collaborates with law enforcement and advocacy groups through multidisciplinary teams like SART. She also played a key role in securing emergency shelter funding through Safehome, ensuring no survivor is left without a safe place to go. In 2024, Finke took her advocacy to the national stage, influencing Rep. Sharice Davids to join the Bipartisan Task Force to End Sexual Violence. Her efforts have elevated forensic nursing within AdventHealth and the broader community, improving care protocols and strengthening partnerships.