I became a nurse practitioner because it is a great combination of caring for people and using skills and knowledge in the medical science field. I first became a nurse because I knew other nurses who were excellent examples of nurse leaders, and I always work to practice to that high standard.

I previously worked for another health center in Texas and fell in love with this model of care. I love NOAH’s mission and the way we think about ALL the needs of the community that help make up the puzzle of our health. Putting the needs of the community first is where I find my joy in providing care.

I love hiking around the local mountains, seeing Phoenix sunsets, being outside for walks with our dog and exploring new food places! We keep a list of restaurants with our favorite salsas so if you know a good place, you’ll have to let me know!

I would fund a scholarship for other students to be able to go to college to follow their passions, make sure my extended family was settled financially, start a crafting business with sewn and quilted items, AND – let’s be honest – travel to some exciting, remote places like to see the northern lights in Iceland or the penguins near Antarctica.