I began my nursing career in Seattle at the University of Washington Medical Center on the Mother–Baby Unit.  Since then, I worked as a nurse with people spanning birth through end-of-life across diverse settings.  Working in urban settings before moving to a rural community in Oregon deepened my awareness of the significant health disparities faced by rural populations.   This continues to shape my focus on rural health and community-based practice.

I  have a strong interest in global health and have volunteered in Tanzania and Kenya, focusing on education and capacity-building in resource-limited settings. Earlier in my career, I worked with the Perinatal Rescue Network and remain committed to reducing maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality through education and partnership.

I teach Population Health and also help lead the OHSU Street Nursing Team which partners with local organizations to provide outreach to people experiencing homelessness.   As an educator, I am committed to preparing nurses to provide high-quality, compassionate, and equitable care to all people, with particular attention to the needs of rural and underserved communities.