People

Clinical Team

Our experienced clinical team provides a level of comfort for patients that is unmatched, from the time they walk into the door until the time they are on their way back home.


  • Hometown: Aurora, Colorado

    Bachelors of Nursing from Bryan College of Health Sciences

    7 years as a nurse! Prior experience is in the NICU.

    Hobbies: Spending time with my family and going to the lake whenever possible! I love my downtime and relaxing. 

    Achievements: ACLS, PALS, BLS, and NRP certified. Obtained Registered Nurse Certification specializing in Neonatal Intensive Care. I was awarded NICU nurse if the year in 2019.

    I am married and we have a 2 year old son and 4 year old Golden retriever.

    I hope to create a positive pre and post operative experience where patients feel comfortable in this ambulatory surgery setting. I am looking forward to getting to know the patients during their brief stays here and make them feel like I am caring for them as I would my own family member.


  • Hometown: Norfolk, NE

    Bachelor's Degree — Bryan College of Health Sciences 

    7 years as a Antepartum/Postpartum Nurse 

    Hobbies: Crafting, spending time at the lake, gardening, drinking coffee, watching reality TV and spending time with family.

    Achievements: Graduating high honors in College, built a house during a pandemic and raising two kids

    I have two red-headed kids, and I love all things sweet.

    I want to be a major part in helping to provide a better life to our patients. Giving them the relief and life changing experience they need is something I take pride in.


  • Hometown: Adams, NE

    Bachelors Degree in Nursing from Bryan College of Nursing

    Masters in Nursing Administration from Nebraska Wesleyan

    15 years as registered nurse
    21 years in medical field

    Hobbies: Gardening, refurbishing furniture, and crafting.

    Achievements: ATCN, TNCC, ACLS, PALS

    My husband and I first met in daycare. We have two very active children and two dogs with completely opposite personalities. We live on a farm living our life we love. I love watching my kiddos do what they love from their hobbies to school to sports.

    At NASC, patients will receive excellent patient care from the time they are scheduled for their procedure to the time we call them at home following their procedure. I am excited to continue to provide the same high quality, excellent patient care at NASC. With anything new, there will be many opportunities for growth personally and professionally, and I look forward to taking it on.

Joni Folkerts
Registered Nurse

Erin E. Euse
Registered Nurse

Sadie Delp
Registered Nurse

Lanita Ellison
Registered Nurse


  • Hometown: Lincoln, Nebraska 

    Graduated with an Associate of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Technology from the Community College of the Air Force in November 2006. Graduated from Bryan School of Nursing with an RN Diploma in 2005 and earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Bryan College of Health Sciences in 2009. Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing Administration degree from Liberty University.

    Served in the active duty Air Force and Nebraska Air National Guard for over 13 years total as a medical laboratory technician. Over 27 years’ experience in the medical field; 17 as a registered nurse.

    Hobbies: Traveling, hiking and exploring natural wonders (especially waterfalls in tropical areas), cycling, baking and cake decorating

    Achievements: Certified in ACLS, PALS, NRP and PBT. Graduated Cum Laude Bryan College of Health Sciences, 2005. Voted a top nurse in Nebraska, Lincoln Journal Star, 2008. Nominated Airman of the Year, 1997, 77th Medical Support Squadron, McClellan Air Force Base, California.

    Member of the Commemorative Air Force squadron out of Dallas, Texas where I volunteer my time assisting with air shows across the country alongside my husband who is a flight engineer on the historical B-24 and B-29 aircraft.

    Encouraging healthy outcomes in an environment where patients feel heard and are able to take comfort in knowing they have strong advocates supportive of their own individual physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual needs.

Samantha Bender
Registered Nurse

  • Hometown: Clarks, NE

    Educations: AND- Northeast Junior College in Sterling CO

    Years Experience: 12 Years

    Past Duties in the Field: Caring for patients in the ambulatory surgical setting, Pre-Op nerve blocks, monthly chart audits.

    Hobbies: Spending time outdoors with my family (especially hunting and fishing), shopping, cooking, and working out.

    Achievements: Mom of four kids! Ages 10, 7, 4, and 1.