Langdon Prairie Health is proud to welcome Nicole Bettendorf, FNP-C, to our Walhalla Clinic, where she has been serving as a Family Nurse Practitioner since 2024. Nicole brings over 15 years of diverse nursing experience, ranging from pediatric care to leadership roles, combined with a strong dedication to improving rural healthcare access and outcomes.
Nicole earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University in 2023 and holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Phoenix. She is a member of the Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, reflecting her commitment to excellence in clinical practice and continuous professional development.
Nicole’s clinical expertise includes primary care, chronic and acute care management, wound care, and pediatrics. Her practicum experiences at McKenzie Health System and CHI St. Alexius prepared her to deliver comprehensive care across the lifespan, including adult, pediatric, and obstetric-gynecologic care.
Before joining Langdon Prairie Health, Nicole worked in various capacities, including as a wound nurse, pediatric nurse, and director of nursing. In these roles, she demonstrated leadership in quality improvement, care planning, and infection control while maintaining a compassionate and patient-centered approach.
Nicole’s certifications include Family Nurse Practitioner, Basic Life Support (BLS), HIPAA, and OSHA compliance, underscoring her commitment to delivering safe, effective, and compliant care. She is skilled in electronic medical records (EMR), triage, and policy development, enabling her to streamline operations and enhance patient outcomes.
At Langdon Prairie Health’s Walhalla Clinic, Nicole is dedicated to providing holistic, evidence-based care that prioritizes the needs of the community. Her passion for rural health, coupled with her extensive nursing experience, makes her an invaluable asset to our team.
We are excited to have Nicole as part of our Langdon Prairie Health family, bringing her expertise and commitment to the well-being of the Walhalla community.