Brittany Kudrna, DNP, FNP-C
About Me
My nursing career began at St. Alexius Hospital in care of cardiac patients, which quickly solidified my calling to the vocation of a nurse practitioner. I am passionate about advancing whole-person dignified care through a proactive approach that identifies and addresses the root causes of illness—empowering patients to achieve lasting physical, mental, and spiritual wellness.
I have the honor and privilege of serving as Clinic Director and family nurse practitioner at Bella Health and Wellness, a faith-based and holistic primary care clinic in Bismarck that serves as a strong partner to the University in teaching and mentoring students. This collaboration allows me to combine clinical practice with my passion for educating future healthcare professionals in a faith-based setting rooted in dignity and whole-person care.
My additional vocations are as a wife to Collin and a mother to Declan, Rylan, Gianna, and Elaina.
Why I’m At MaryThe Benedictine values are an important part of my life, and I am continuously drawn to the environment at the University of Mary, which inspires growth and understanding and is truly rich in those areas. Saint Gianna has also been monumental in my life and to honor her through my work at the university is a blessing.
Expertise
My passion for holistic care and respect for all life has led me to additional training and expertise in women's health and natural family planning. I am certified through Marquette University in the Marquette Method of NFP and have additional medical training through FEMM (Fertility Education Medical Management) to help women and couples understand and, if needed, restore their fertility in a way that is respectful of life and the human body as God intended.
Education
DNP: University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, 2015
BS (Nursing): Dickinson State University, 2010