What I Do
My philosophy of care is that patient and family-centered care is essential. Every patient’s treatment plan should be uniquely tailored to them. I encourage patients to be active decision makers in their healthcare needs by educating and supporting them with evidence-based practice.
I believe in healing the whole body versus just a disease to promote overall wellness. My special clinical interests include pediatrics, rural healthcare, preventative healthcare, women’s health and chronic disease management.
Why I Love My Work
I love the people the most in my job. I enjoy hearing my patients' stories and getting to know them! I love talking about what I have learned in medicine in applying it to each unique patient that I take care of. That is why I went into medicine, my compassion and desire to help others.
Getting to Know Me
I worked as a registered nurse at an urban pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) for many years. My patients there inspired me every day to do better and never stop searching for answers. I loved my time in the PICU but because I grew up on a farm, my heart has always been with rural communities. My passion for rural healthcare motivated me to become a nurse practitioner.
Outside of work, I love to spend time with my husband and three children. In the summer you will find me on the lake paddleboarding or rocking in a hammock cuddled with a good book. I also love to run and jam out to music of all types.
Graduate School
South Dakota State University, Family Nurse Practitioner
Board Certifications
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANP) - Family Nurse Practitioner