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Jody Yank

Jody Yank

Advance Practice Registered Nurse

Phone Number: 402.826.8265
Department: Student Affairs
Office: PC106
Email: jody.yank@doane.edu
Primary Campus: Crete

Professional Bio: 
Jody has been in the role of Nurse Practitioner in the Student Health Center since May 2023. A nurse practitioner has advanced clinical education and training and can diagnose, treat, and prescribe medication for acute and chronic health problems. She started in nursing in the 90s in a variety of areas of nursing. She expanded her knowledge of medicine as she always wanted to provide comprehensive, quality healthcare to patients in an advanced role. She has a wide variety of experience which makes her a well-rounded nurse practitioner to care for patients in a holistic manner. College health has been the most rewarding experience because she loves this population and their healthcare needs. 

Educational Background:
Post-Masters Certificate-University of Nebraska Medical Center 5/2012-Family Nurse Practitioner program

Master of Science in Nursing-University of Nebraska Medical Center 5/2008-Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner program

Bachelor of Science in Nursing-University of Nebraska Medical Center 5/1994

Professional Memberships/Advising Roles:
AANP-American Association of Nurse Practitioners

NNP-Nebraska Nurse Practitioners-past Treasurer

ACHA-American College Health Association-individual member

Personal Background:
Jody’s husband Greg was a Doane University grad and they lived in Crete for many years with their 4 children. They now live in Lincoln and enjoy the empty nest life. Jody enjoys golf, swimming, fine arts performances, spending time with her family and friends, and spending quiet time at home with her 3 cats, Polly, Zoey, and Jazz.

Strengths:
Intellection-Input-Empathy-Analytical-Restorative