She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Oklahoma. She moved to Dallas to work in an Intensive Care Unit with Methodist Health System. At that time, she decided to pursue a field of study that enabled her to provide patient education and improve overall health; therefore, she returned to school and received a Master of Science in Nursing degree from Graceland University. She is an active member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. During her spare time, she enjoys playing with her dog and spending time with her family.