Meet Our Team

Carrie Gunn RDN, IFNCP

I am thrilled to have served for 15+ years as PLNU's Dietitian! My passion is bringing simplicity and freedom to the subject of personalized nutrition for our students. I specialize in intuitive eating, disordered eating, sports nutrition and I am a certified integrative & functional nutritionist. Students can schedule appointments for anything nutrition-related & I look forward to connecting!

Debbie Hickman - Operations Coordinator

I have been on staff at PLNU since 1996. As Operations Coordinator I manage new student medical compliance ensuring all incoming students meet necessary health requirements for campus life. I handle administrative duties for our Medical Center Director.   I oversee department billing and all purchasing and inventory for the center. Making sure we have everything we need to give our students the highest quality of student-centered care possible.  My goal is to support student well-being while enhancing the overall health and safety of the PLNU campus.  Outside of work, I love spending quality time with my grandson Cameron and my dog, Shiloh. I love getting creative with crafts, coloring and curling up with a good book.

Grace Harvey BSN, RN, PHN

I have had the privilege of being a registered nurse at PLNU in the medical center since 2021. As a PLNU graduate myself, it has been a great opportunity to care for the same community that played such an important role in my own well being during my college years. I am passionate about partnering and helping students feel supported as they navigate their health and wellness during their college experience. 

Ellen Pearson, RN-BSN

Hello! I am a nurse within the COVID-19 efforts of the Wellness Center and a recent graduate from PLNU. I have a passion for public health and learning about how I can better serve the student population here at Loma.

Lisa Roberts, MSN, FNP-BC

I joined the team in spring 2022 and am thrilled to once again call sunny San Diego home. With more than 30 years of experience in primary care—including working in college health since 2015—I am passionate about providing high-quality, holistic healthcare. I have a special interest in lifestyle medicine and believe the best outcomes come from partnering with patients to develop personalized treatment plans and achievable wellness goals. I especially enjoy helping students navigate this unique stage of life, empowering them to build healthy habits and confidence in managing their health that can last a lifetime. Outside the clinic, I enjoy practicing what I preach by hiking, gardening, and spending quality time with my family.

Jen King, DNP, Wellness Center Executive Director

I bring over 21 years of healthcare experience, many years of teaching and mentoring nursing students, and leadership in the emergency room. Being physically, spiritually, and mentally healthy is one of our greatest challenges in life! I hope to share my passion for helping patients and clinicians seek best practices to achieve whole-person health.

Lauren Alexander, MD

After completing medical school at Baylor College of Medicine and emergency medicine residency at the University of Chicago, I worked in emergency departments across the country before discovering my passion for student health.  I am excited to join and serve the PLNU community. I am committed to providing quality care to promote your wellness and academic success. When not at work, I spend time with my husband, two daughters, and our fluffy rescue dog Rufus.

Sarah Capra MSN, RN, CNS, PHN, CPN

I have been a registered nurse for over seven years and earned my Master of Science in Nursing as a Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist in August 2026. My nursing experience includes pediatric oncology and bone marrow transplant, infusion, school health, and college health. I am passionate about bringing evidence-based practices to the college health setting to enhance the care and well-being of students. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our dog, Gus, and running outdoors.

Ross Brunett, PT, DPT, ATC, SCS

My experience as a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Athletic Trainer include rehabilitating orthopedic and sports medicine related injuries, post-operative care, as well as sideline & in clinic injury management of professional rugby players. Services provided in the Wellness Center: Pro Bono Musculoskeletal Injury Screens & Corrective Exercise Prescription.

Kristen Sisson RN

I’m a Point Loma native and proud to serve the students of Point Loma Nazarene University as a per diem nurse. My deep roots in the community and my background in emergency room nursing have shaped my passion for caring for college students and supporting the unique needs of the PLNU community. I especially love the opportunity to build relationships with students and be part of their health and wellness journey. I also have the privilege of leading Young Life on campus, which allows me to connect with students beyond the health center and be part of the broader PLNU community.

Monique Sawyer, DNP, RN, PMHNP-BC

It is my great joy to serve as a psychiatric nurse practitioner at PLNU, my beloved alma mater. I am passionate about providing holistic mental health care to our students, and am equipped with over 20 years of nursing experience and expertise in child/adolescent/young adult anxiety and depression. I also serve as Dean of the School of Nursing. 

Bailey Holly, RN, BSN

8 years of experience in the Emergency Department and 4 years of experience in Urgent Care. I care deeply about patients as a whole and education. I feel strongly about advocating and empowering patients to take ownership of their health through education, accessibility, and being open and empathetic to their needs. 

Courtney Kelly, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

I've been blessed to serve as part of PLNU's Wellness Medical team for over 10 years! As a provider, I love meeting students right where they are and helping them take their next best step toward greater health and wellness. Through education, connection, and a holistic approach to care, my goal is to empower students to take an active role in their wellness journey and truly thrive during their time at PLNU.

Outside of PLNU, I love adventuring through life with my family of six, spending time with our church community, enjoying God's creation, and making fish tacos.

Aubrey Riddle - Front Office Administrator

For the past three years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting students as the Front Office Administrator. Having navigated college without always having the best access to healthcare resources on campus, I’m passionate about bridging that gap for our students. My goal every day is simple: to make every student’s visit seamless, welcoming, and reassuring.

Isabel Gutierrez

Health Promotion Specialist

Madie Eldreth

RN

Sarah Alcorn

NP

Michelle Jackson

PhD, MSN, ANP, PMHNP

Beverly Strunk

MD, Psychiatrist