Ellerey Nelson, NP

As a nurse practitioner, Ellerey Nelson enjoys building lasting relationships with her patients and their families. Ellerey chose nursing as a career in high school after her father had open-heart surgery. She was drawn to the way nurses cared for patients and the compassion they showed her family.

Ellerey received her bachelor’s degree in nursing at the University of Portland in her hometown. She earned her doctorate in nursing at Seattle University in Washington.

At home, Ellerey likes cooking and creating new recipes. She enjoys golfing, traveling and spending time with her husband and their energetic young dog.