Valerie Watts, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Family Medicine, Primary Care
accepting new patients
Meritas Health
Locations
Meritas Health Platte City
2600 Running Horse Rd.
PO Box 980
Platte City, MO 64079
About Me
Biography
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, baking, cooking and traveling.
Care Philosophy
I strive to create an atmosphere that supports a trusting, compassionate and strong provider-patient relationship, where each patient has a voice in the plan of care. Taking time to educate and ensuring that patients are informed of their diagnoses is vital for their decision-making and continued success in achieving their wellness goals.
Area of Interest
I have a special interest in preventive medicine, pediatrics and sports medicine.
Teaching and Professional Positions
- 2021-2023: Department of Defense Education Activity, Camp Humphreys, South Korea, School Nurse
- 2019-2021: Loyal Source Government Services, El Paso, TX, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 2015-2019: Leavenworth Lansing Family Health Clinic, Family Nurse Practitioner
- 2009-2010: U.S. Army, Registered Nurse
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- International Council of Nurses
- International Nurses Association
- Oncology Nursing Society
- Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Society
Honors, Awards etc.
- Sigma Theta Tau National Honor Society
Education
Graduate School:
Maryville University
(2014)
Board Certifications
Family Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners