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Emily Peterson, BSN, RN

We are excited to welcome Emily Peterson, BSN, RN to our Rheumatology Department in January 2026!

Joined:
2026

Education:
College: Augustana University
Doctor of Nursing Practice Program: Bradley University

Board Certification:
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Life Support

Professional Associations:
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Rheumatology Advanced Practice Providers

Special Interests:
Rheumatology, Family Medicine, Autoimmune Disorders, Inflammatory Rheumatic Diseases, Nutrition

Language(s):
English

Personal Interests:
I enjoy golf, pickle ball, reading, and spending all my extra time with my new baby Lydia Jane and my husband Blake.

Awards:
Distance Learner Scholarship Expo Award winner at Bradley University for DNP Quality Improvement Project “Effect of First Five Minute Mock Code Blue Simulations on CPR Quality and Nursing Confidence”

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We pride ourselves on creating a personal and welcoming experience where you will be greeted by name and never treated like a number.