Skip to content Nursing Styles specializes in personalized home care for seniors, veterans, and adults who want to remain safe, independent, and comfortable at home throughout Pinellas, Pasco, and Sarasota Counties. We offer companion care, personal care, Alzheimer’s and dementia support, post-hospital care, and veteran-focused services through our partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and much more.
All of our care plans are built using a team approach that actively involves clients, families, caregivers, and clinical leadership. We believe the best care happens when everyone has a voice, and we work closely with families to tailor services that respect individual preferences, routines, and goals.
Serving the community since 1997, our leadership team brings decades of combined healthcare experience. Nursing Styles is a locally owned, non-franchise organization, and all of our caregivers are carefully vetted, hired, trained, and supported as employees—not independent contractors. This allows us to maintain consistent standards, accountability, and continuity of care.
We take pride in our experienced team, hands-on leadership, and commitment to treating every client with dignity, respect, and compassion—giving families confidence and peace of mind at every stage of care.
Shaun Carroll is the Owner and Chief Executive Officer of Nursing Styles and serves as Administrator for Pinellas and Pasco Counties. He brings more than 22 years of experience in emergency medical services and over a decade of leadership and management experience to his role in home care.
Shaun began his career in 2003 with a local fire department in Pinellas County, where he developed extensive hands-on experience responding to patients in their homes and providing emergency medical care in high-pressure, non-clinical environments. Over the course of his fire service career, he advanced through the ranks, serving as a Lieutenant, Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services, and District Chief. This firsthand exposure to the challenges families face in the home setting shaped his belief that high-quality care should be accessible, coordinated, and delivered with dignity where people are most comfortable.
Shaun earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Florida in 2023, graduating with high honors. His combined background in healthcare operations, leadership, and business allows him to approach Nursing Styles with a focus on sustainable growth, strong clinical oversight, and a team-centered culture that prioritizes both clients and caregivers.
Known for his collaborative leadership style, Shaun is committed to bringing people together to solve problems, strengthen systems, and deliver exceptional care. He values clear communication, thoughtful decision-making, and creating an environment where team members feel heard, respected, and empowered to do their best work.
Shaun currently lives in central Pinellas County with his wife, son, and daughter. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, hunting and fishing, and traveling to Colorado to ski.
Michelle La Scala is a Registered Nurse with over 30 years of experience in nursing and healthcare leadership.
She is a Director of Nursing known for her compassion, clear communication, and exceptional attention to detail. Michelle brings both her clinical knowledge and genuine empathy to her role, ensuring that clients and their families feel supported and confident in the care they receive.
Michelle graduated from the University of South Florida in 1994 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
After graduation, she moved to Ohio, where she worked on a medical-surgical unit at a local hospital. She later returned to Florida to be closer to her family and continued her nursing career at Doctors Hospital, working on the Medical-Surgical and then Oncology unit. Her diverse background also includes experience as an office nurse for a private practice, managing a medical practice for First Physicians Group, and working as an independent contractor in the healthcare field. Michelle joined Nursing Styles in 2014 and became Director of Nursing in 2021.
Michelle has a way of making people feel heard, respected and at ease. Her calm and thoughtful approach helps families navigate care decisions with confidence and peace of mind.
Michelle currently lives in Sarasota with her husband, daughter and her mother, three dogs and two cats. Outside of work, Michelle enjoys spending time with her family and friends, loves travel, music, reading and doing anything outdoors, especially biking, hiking, paddleboarding, and walking. She is currently focused on building strength and maintaining an active, healthy lifestyle.
Susan Vowels, RN is the Administrator of Nursing Styles and has been a dedicated member of the organization since 1997. She began her career as a Certified Nursing Assistant, working directly in the field with clients, which gave her a strong foundation in compassionate, hands-on care. In 1999, Susan transitioned into the office as a scheduler and quickly advanced into multiple leadership roles while continuing her education.
After earning her Registered Nurse degree, Susan balanced part-time nursing roles at two local hospitals while remaining committed to Nursing Styles. In 2008, she assumed the role of Director of Nursing, where she played a key role in clinical oversight, staff development, and quality care initiatives. Around 2012, she was promoted to Administrator, a position she continues to hold today.
With decades of experience in both direct care and healthcare leadership, Susan is deeply committed to supporting caregivers, ensuring exceptional client care, and fostering a culture of professionalism, safety, and compassion. Her career reflects a lifelong dedication to serving others and strengthening the community through quality home care.
Susan currently lives in Sarasota with her two children and their dog. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and cheering her children on as they navigate school and sports. One of her favorite ongoing adventures is a goal she shares with her son—to visit every NFL stadium and watch either the Tampa Bay Buccaneers or the Kansas City Chiefs play along the way.
Angie Carroll is dedicated to helping clients receive compassionate, high-quality care in the comfort of their homes. A Florida native, she earned her Bachelor of Communication Sciences and Disorders degree from the University of Florida, and both her Associate and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees from St. Petersburg College.
Angie began her nursing career providing bedside care on a cardiac unit at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa, FL, where she developed a strong clinical foundation caring for complex cardiac patients. She later expanded her expertise working in cardiothoracic surgery and an advanced heart failure clinic, gaining valuable experience in managing chronic conditions and supporting patients through every critical stage of heart surgery.
To help others live with dignity and pride, wherever they call home
To be a world-class provider of home care
We will be honest and guided by strong moral principles
We will act with regard for the rights, wishes, and traditions of others
We will understand the feelings of others
We will display a high level of competence and skill
We will approach our duties with enthusiasm and devotion, caring about results and enjoying our work
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