“I initially went into health care as I had a love of children and wanted to be a pediatrician. Later I changed paths and went into nursing with my goal to be a Nurse Practitioner. Although I worked on several inpatient pediatric units as a nurse, I knew I wanted to care for the whole family. Being a Family Nurse Practitioner allows me to do that, as I provide healthcare for anyone age birth to 100 plus years old. I enjoy making personal connections with my patients, which is especially fun when I know their children and grandchildren. I feel very privileged for the opportunity to work at MCRHC and care for people in my hometown of Osage.”