Jennifer Washburn, CNP
Family Nurse Practitioner
My specialties:
- Family medicine
- Pediatrics
Professional interests:
- Mental health
- Women's Health
Providers in my care team:
What is your practice philosophy? My practice philosophy focuses on treating the whole person not just the illness.
What are you passionate about? And why? I am passionate to have all my patients live their best life by promoting physical, mental, and spiritual wellness.
If I wasn’t a provider, I would be a: Campground host because I I love camping, the outdoors and meeting new people.
Why did you become a provider? When did you know this was the career for you? My first job was in healthcare as a nursing assistant in a nursing home, since then I knew I wanted to be in nursing. Being able to be with a person when they are vulnerable and being able to help is enlightening.
Something I have learned from my patients is: Every patient has their own story and are not just a diagnosis. I enjoy listening to my patients talk about their family or other important things in their life.
One of the challenges of this career that I enjoy is (and why): One challenge that I enjoy about working in healthcare is that is constantly changing. Medicine is always changing and it is important to stay up to date with new treatment recommendations. Everyday I get to learn something new and provide my patients with the best care.
My personal health goal is: My personal health goal is 30 minutes of exercise daily and 8 hours a sleep a night.
What are a few of your personal achievements? Being a mom to 4 wonderful kids.
Credentials
- CNP
Specialties
- Family medicine
- Pediatrics
Personal interests
- Camping
- Photography
- Skiing
- Spending time with family
Years of experience
- 16
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Major health plans we participate in
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we participate in
- Medicaid/Medicare
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)