Nicole grew up in the small West Central lake town of Glenwood, MN. She completed her bachelor of science in nursing degree at North Dakota State University in Fargo, ND. After graduation, she stayed in Fargo, working as a pediatric oncology RN at Sanford Children's Hospital for 4 years. During that time, she was accepted into graduate school at University of Mary in Bismarck, ND and met her husband. In 2020, they moved back to Minnesota to be closer to family. Nicole worked as an RN in the NICU at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital for the next 3 years while she finished her advanced degree. She graduated in 2022 with a doctorate in nursing practice degree, specializing in family practice. She is nationally certified to care for patients of all ages.

With a passion for pediatric health, Nicole was excited to join Wayzata Children's Clinic in 2023. She enjoys caring for children of all ages and assisting families to meet their health goals. Her and her husband live in Albertville, MN with their two labrador retrievers. They are excited to build their family in the next few years. In Nicole's free time, she enjoys spending time at the lake, fishing, hiking, camping, traveling, visiting with family, and exploring new places with her husband and dogs.