Professional History
- Associate Degree in Nursing from Frontier Community College
- Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner from Walden University
- Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (AANP)
- Certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) & Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Getting to know Courtney
Family Nurse Practitioner
Courtney is a Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience as a Registered Nurse in surgical and emergency care settings. Born and raised in Centralia, Illinois, she is passionate about providing evidence-based, patient-centered care to the community that shaped her to rural and underserved populations throughout Southern Illinois.
She has a strong background in chronic disease management, preventive care, and health promotion across the lifespan. Recognized for clinical excellence, leadership, teamwork, and patient education, she is committed to building trusting relationships with patients and improving health outcomes through compassionate, high-quality care.
Hobbies & Interests
Outside of her professional career, Courtney has been an active outboard hydroplane boat racer with the National Boat Racing Association (NBRA) since she was 11 years old. This lifelong passion has allowed her to travel extensively across the United States while developing skills in discipline, teamwork, strategic decision-making, and performing under pressure. In her free time, she enjoys throwing darts, spending time outdoors, and making the most of opportunities to be active in nature. Courtney also deeply values quality time with her family and friends, and enjoys life with her two golden retrievers.
Clinical Skills
Primary Care
- Adult assessments
- Preventive medicine
- Chronic disease management
- Acute illness management
- Medication management
- Evidence-based practice
Office Procedures
- Rapid strep testing
- Rapid influenza testing
- Urinalysis
- Pregnancy testing
- Ear irrigation
- Wound care
Certifications
AANP Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, ACLS, PALS