Rebecca L. Shedrick, FNP

I have served the families of Johnston County for several years and am familiar with the healthcare needs that exist. I returned to school to become a Family Nurse Practitioner to increase the communitys access to quality healthcare. I hope to empower those I serve by caring for and providing education to assist them with meeting their healthcare goals. My special interests include holistic, preventive care. I believe ones mental health is just as important as ones physical health! Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, hiking and traveling.

Ever since I was a child, I knew I wanted to be in the medical profession. I worked as a nurse for seven years and realized I wanted to contribute more to the art of nursing and the medical profession. With the encouragement and support from my husband, I became an adult nurse practitioner. My philosophy of care can be likened unto a lighthouse and a tugboat. First and foremost, I like to portray myself as the lighthouse, one that can warn others of dangers. I like to focus on preventive care just as the lighthouse alerts passengers of the sea of possible dangers or threats. On the other hand, I often have to be the tugboat, assisting others after theyve encounter dangers (sickness, diseases, disorders). I aim to be there to help in their time of need, sickness or distress. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our children kayaking the White Oak River. I also enjoy scrapbooking and crafting.

I became a family nurse practitioner to advance my nursing practice. My approach to care is holistic and I encourage patient involvement. I enjoy ATV riding and spending time with my family.