Tausha Jensen, NP, APRN

Tausha obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing at Westminster College. She worked as a registered nurse in the Intensive Care Unit at St. Marks Hospital. In 2008, she earned her Masters of Science in Nursing from the Westminster College with an emphasis on family nursing and was granted Board Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with honors and was inducted into Sigma Theta Tau, the National Honor Society of Nursing.

Tausha joined Dr. Bindrup’s practice as his Nurse Practitioner in January 2012. As a board certified nurse practitioner, Tausha assists Dr. Bindrup providing post-operative follow-up care. Tausha is a representative of Dr. Bindrup, treating patients in the style and manner developed and directed by him.

In addition to Sigma Theta Tau, Tausha is a member of the Utah Nurses Association, the Utah Nurse Practitioner Association, and American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She is Board Certified by ANCC as a Nurse Practitioner licensed in the State of Utah.

Professional license/certifications/affiliations:

  • Nurse Practitioner License State of Utah
  • Sigma Theta Tau
  • Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with American Nurses Credentialing Center
  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
  • Utah Nurse Practitioner Association

Shirley England

Office Manager

Shirley will be at your service for questions and concerns, coordinating patient-relation functions and business operations. She has worked for the practice since 1996. She holds a BS degree from the University of Utah in Office Administration and is now committed to doing everything possible to help your experience at the office be a positive and enjoyable one.

Kristina Kimball

Office Manager and Scheduling Coordinator

Kristina and Shirley job share as Office Manager. Kristina has been with the practice since 2009 and has several years of experience in office administration. Her goal is to ensure you receive the utmost quality in customer service while overseeing your individual needs.

Christy Boden

Coding/Billing Specialist

Christy Joined our staff in 2018 working as our coding/billing specialist. She will work diligently with you and your insurance company to see that your procedures are properly pre-authorized for insurance benefits and to ensure your claims are properly paid. Christy will address your concerns and be an advocate between you and your insurance company to enable your maximum insurance benefits payable.

Kesley Laiwakete

Medical Assistant / Patient Coordinator

Kesley joined our office staff in 2021. She serves as our Patient Coordinator and Medical Assistant in the office, working directly with patients, overseeing pre-ops, maintaining surgery schedules, answering questions or concerns, and reviewing procedures. You will appreciate her professional manner to enable you to be knowledgeable and comfortable in preparing for an upcoming surgery or addressing any concerns.

Kim Miller

Receptionist and Scheduling

Kim’s will be the smiling face that will greet you as you enter the office. Kim is responsible for coordinating patient appointments and scheduling surgeries or procedures in the office. Her goal is to see that you have a positive and enjoyable experience as well as to anticipate and accommodate your individual scheduling needs.

Kimi Tennyson

Receptionist and Scheduling

It will be Kimi’s cheerful voice that greets you when calling our office. Kimi job shares with Kim in sharing receptionist duties and coordinating patient appointments. She is always readily available to help with any concerns you may have and she strives to provide you with the personalized attention you deserve.

Mariana Fernandez

Medical Assistant

Mariana has an extensive background and knowledge of all procedures which will greatly contribute to your feeling confident and secure in the decisions you will be making. She will work with you during your pre-op and phlebotomy experience and will be your advocate both prior to, and following your surgery. She is focused on making sure that each of your questions are answered in a professional manner and that your specific needs are met.