Nakila Blessing, ARNP
Nakila Blessing, MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC, is a Family Nurse Practitioner at Davis County Hospital & Clinics who is passionate about providing comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals and families across all stages of life.
Nakila earned her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences in 2010, her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2012, and her Master of Science in Nursing in 2016 from Maryville University in St. Louis, Missouri. She is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Her nursing career began in 2012 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, where she cared for patients on a pulmonary progressive care unit and in the emergency department. She also served as a staff nurse and home health nurse at Scotland County Hospital. In 2016, she transitioned to advanced practice nursing, providing care in the Quick Care clinic at MercyOne Centerville. Nakila joined Davis County Hospital & Clinics in 2024.
Nakila's clinical interests include lifespan and multi-generational care. She enjoys partnering with patients to develop evidence-based care plans that align with their individual needs, goals, and preferences. Her approach emphasizes holistic, health-promotion-focused care and helping patients address multiple health concerns through collaborative decision-making.
When she is not caring for patients, Nakila enjoys reading, bicycling, fishing, and gardening.
Credentials: MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC
Specialty: Family Medicine
Board Certification: Family Nurse Practitioner, ANCC
Clinical Interests: Lifespan Care, Multi-Generational Care, Preventive Health, Patient-Centered Care
Paige Helton, ARNP
Paige Helton, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C, is a Family Nurse Practitioner at Davis County Hospital & Clinics who is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals and families across all stages of life.
Paige earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Grand View University in 2020. She went on to complete her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Walden University in 2022. She is board certified through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
Throughout her nursing career, Paige has gained diverse clinical experience in skilled nursing care, hospice, infusion therapy, home health, and outpatient clinic settings. This broad background has helped her develop a well-rounded approach to caring for patients with a variety of healthcare needs.
As a Family Nurse Practitioner, Paige focuses on preventive care, wellness, and empowering patients to take an active role in their health. She believes that proactive healthcare begins with healthy lifestyle choices, including balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, stress management, and routine health screenings. Paige is passionate about educating and supporting her patients by providing the knowledge and tools they need to better understand their health, prevent disease, and develop effective self-care practices.
Paige values building strong relationships with her patients and believes meaningful connections are an essential part of quality healthcare. She strives to create a welcoming environment where patients feel heard, supported, and involved in decisions about their care.
Outside of work, Paige is a proud mother of three daughters. She enjoys spending quality time with her family, making memories together, and embracing the opportunities that come with a busy family life. Family plays a central role in her life, and she believes the same principles of connection, trust, and support are essential to providing exceptional patient care.
Credentials: MSN, ARNP, FNP-C
Specialty: Family Medicine
Board Certification: Family Nurse Practitioner, AANP
Clinical Interests: Preventive Care, Wellness, Health Promotion, Patient Education, and Family Medicine Across the Lifespan
