Martina Kerschen, AGNP-C

Jessica chose to pursue a career in healthcare because of her strong desire to help people. She found becoming a nurse practitioner to be a very rewarding career path, especially when collaborating with her patients to help them achieve better health. The biggest influence in her life is her husband and three daughters. They bring her joy and happiness, which she carries into work every day. She loves getting to know her patients outside of their medical condition and learning what makes them happy and joyful. Getting to know patients more deeply really helps the connection that she has in tackling their health problems and earning their trust.

Sue Smith has always had a passion for people. She was six years old when she decided she would become a nurse someday. After spending twelve years as a registered nurse, Sue went back to school to pursue her degree and become a nurse practitioner. She felt this would allow her to form deeper, more meaningful connections with her patients. Now she loves coming to work every day, where she has the opportunity to touch someone’s life – whether that be a patient, their loved ones or her coworkers. Sue has a special interest in breast cancer. She also actively volunteers at Bronson Battle Creek Cancer Care sponsored activities, such as the annual Survivors’ Celebration.

Jordan is excited to work with diverse patients and feels each day is an opportunity to learn something new. She is passionate about improving the lives of her patients by providing the necessary guidance and tools to achieve a healthy lifestyle. Jordan finds it rewarding to provide education to her patients and develop a plan of care that aligns with patient goals. In her free time, Jordan enjoys being active through exercise and walking her dog. She also enjoys reading and traveling. I strive to provide individualized and compassionate care to my patients and to be an advocate for their best interest.

Mary is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care that considers all aspects of a patient's physical, spiritual and social well-being. With a specialty in palliative care, she focuses on pain and symptom management, helping patients and their families navigate complex medical journeys with comfort and dignity. Early in her career, Mary worked in a bone marrow transplant unit. This allowed her to see firsthand the importance of building strong relationships with patients and their loved ones. This experience shaped her approach to medicine, emphasizing the power of connection and holistic support.

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Glenn chose his career in nursing because he wanted to be there for patients at the bedside. His biggest influence has been God and his mother - who has been a great example of faith, joy, hard work and unconditional love. Glenn has a special interest in critical care and providing quality excellence. Glenn enjoys participating in activities through church and in the community. He likes to golf, sing, play word games and spend time with his family. I love people and feel blessed and honored to be in a position to help with physical, mental and spiritual healing. I know God has me where he wants because I love coming to work every day, seeing my coworkers and knowing I can help the team achieve what sometimes seems impossible.