After earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, Julie became a Registered Nurse and holds active RN licensure in both Wisconsin and Minnesota. She is certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR. Her professional affiliations include membership in the Wisconsin Association for Perinatal Care (WAPC), the Western Wisconsin Breastfeeding Coalition, the American Nurses' Association, and the Wisconsin Nurses Association.
In addition to her nursing expertise, Julie serves as a Nurse Care Manager for the National Co-Care Study, which focuses on improving addiction treatment approaches for all forms of drug and alcohol use disorders. She is an active member of both the Monroe County and State of Wisconsin Harm Reduction Coalitions.