To celebrate National Nurse Practitioners Week (November 11-17), we wanted to highlight our great Nurse Practitioners by asking them fun questions about their position. Here’s what we asked everyone:
- What’s one thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that you don’t think most people know?
- What are some of your favorite parts of being a Nurse Practitioner at the Family Health Clinic?
- What would you tell someone who is interested in becoming a Nurse Practitioner?
- And, just for fun, we asked – what’s your favorite Thanksgiving dish?
As always, we’re grateful for the hard work and care that each of our Nurse Practitioners display daily. Get to know our NPs better by reading through their responses below! If you want to schedule an appointment with one of them, you can be calling (800) 321-5043!
Highlighting the Family Health Clinic Nurse Practitioners
Amy Aeschliman
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is… The scope of practice, we do ALOT!
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: I love serving our community and working with great people!!
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP… Do it!!
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: Sweet potato casserole!!
Janet Allbaugh
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is… We provide Primary Care for many patients without the need for a Primary Care Doctor
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: I love taking care of people of all ages. I love working in the community I live in. I love being able to be Primary Care Provider and caring for all aspects of their lives helping them achieve the best health they are capable of.
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP… It’s not an easy position, but it is worth every minute. You will laugh with your patients and cry with them too. You will learn things about yourself through learning about others. The learning never stops and you never know what age your next patient is going to be; love that.
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: sweet potato casserole
Jenny Boget
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is… The scope of our practicing ability
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: The patients we see
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP… You won’t regret it.
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: sweet potato casserole
Sandy Bushman
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is… The amount of work that is involved when not in the office.
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: Helping people to attain better health and feel better overall.
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP… I would advise a minimum of 3 years work experience in multiple nursing settings and truly be concerned about people and their well being along with their families well being.
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: Turkey and broccoli/cheese casserole
Jennifer Coddington
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is…You have the ability to really affect people’s lives positively. Every day you learn from your patients!
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: I love my co-workers. Everyone is so team oriented. I also love my patients and being involved with students.
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP…It is the best job in the world. There are so many different opportunities in this profession.
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: Broccoli Casserole
Rosanne Griggs
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is… NP’s can work much more independently in a clinical setting than can physicians since we are also nurses and can get VS, give meds, injections, breathing treatments etc. if the need arises.
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: The family atmosphere in the clinic
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP… Why do you want to be a Nurse Practitioner? I would describe the role. I have found that many RN’s today don’t really want to become NP’s they just want to get out of the hospital.
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: Corn Casserole/Scalloped corn
Jean Herd
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is… Thankfully people know a great deal now unlike 20 plus years ago when people thought I was practicing to be a nurse.
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: Being involved with treating the whole person- getting to spend time in a visit to provide education, examine social needs, etc. not just providing medical care.
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP… It is a rewarding occupation that is compatible with family life.
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: Anything I don’t have to prepare
Debra Perkins
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is… An NP is able to provide total care for there patients throughout their life span.
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: Getting to work with the other staff members at the clinic, the diversity of the patient.
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP… That I love my job and it is a great privilege to help people achieve their optimum health.
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: Sweet potato casserole
Pam Roeder
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is… Our training is different than a physician assistant.
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: I really like the people in the community and my co-workers. I like being able to spend time with our patients rather than pushing them through like on an assembly line that they have experienced in other settings.
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP… It was the best decision I made! Also, give yourself time to be in a hospital setting as a nurse before finishing your masters.
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: Home made dressing
Yadira Santiago
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is… NPs can practice autonomously in 19 states and in the District of Columbia
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: The diversity! I love being able to see the whole family! I love helping them obtain the appropriate tools and education to be able to care for themselves and their families.
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP… Do It! Definitely find yourself a preceptor/ mentor, that you feel comfortable asking questions to when needed.
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: Tamales (Mexican Thanksgiving) Mashed Potatoes and Gravy (American Thanksgiving)
Analei Whitlock
One thing about being a Nurse Practitioner (NP) that most people don’t know is… Our model of care is holistic versus a medical model is disease focused.
Favorite parts of being a NP at the Family Health Clinic: The kids and families!!!!
I’d tell someone interested in becoming a NP… Go for it! The privilege of being an NP is the most amazing experience and a blessing to be able to come alongside families to help them have the best quality of life possible.
Favorite Thanksgiving dish: pumpkin pie with cool-whip
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