Eliza Brink DNP, PMHNP-BC

I grew up in a rural town in the Mid-Atlantic, and went to college at University of Vermont. It was during my undergraduate program that I was fortunate enough to travel abroad and volunteer. After college I spent time working abroad as a nurse for several years. My passion for travel and the amazing people I have met on my journeys have given me the invaluable experiences of learning about how health and mental health is culturally and socially impacted. I am keenly aware of how an individual’s culture and background can influence how they cope with and understand difficult situations and mental illness.

As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner I have worked in a variety of settings including primary care, psychiatric emergency services and private practice.

I enjoy working with students and bringing relevant clinical knowledge into the classroom.

I am lucky enough to call the Pacific Northwest home. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, traveling, hiking and running.

Education:

• University of Vermont, BSN
• University of Washington, MN
• University of Washington, DNP

Awards, accolades and distinguished memberships:

• University of Vermont, Presidential Scholar
• Sigma Theta Tau

What classes do you teach?

• Undergraduate- Psychiatric Mental Health courses
• DNP-PMHNP program

What do you love about the UW School of Nursing?

The engagement and collaboration with my coworkers!

Department

Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics