Michelle Rawls, MNSc, APRN, FNP-C
Kimberly Michelle Rawls, MNSc, APRN, FNP-C, is a highly experienced Family Nurse Practitioner and the owner and sole provider at Harmony Health and Wellness, LLC in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. With 24 years in the nursing profession and 8 years in advanced nursing practice, Michelle holds Full Independent Practice Authority from the Arkansas State Board of Nursing. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized care, blending conventional and alternative approaches to ensure that each patient leaves better than when they arrived. Michelle’s career spans a wide range of nursing specialties, including labor and delivery, maternal-child health, cardiology, medical-surgical nursing, geriatric psychiatry, and nursing administration. As an APRN, she has focused on serving underserved and underinsured populations in Southeast Arkansas through rural health clinics and private practice settings. Her expertise includes managing chronic conditions, treating acute illnesses, and implementing preventative care strategies for patients of all ages. A native of Southeast Arkansas, Michelle is deeply driven by her Christian faith and active involvement in her community. She contributes her time to creating Bible school curriculum for Evangelistic International Ministries, while serving on her church’s worship team. She also serves on the Medical Stratefic Committee for Hope Place-Fordyce, a pro-life pregnancy resource center. Married for 26 years, she and her husband have raised two sons, now young adults in college. Recognized as one of Influential Women representing Arkansas for 2026, Michelle is committed to advancing health and wellness in her community while maintaining a faith-based, person-centered approach to care.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Verification for DEA Number
• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
• University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences - MNSc
• Arkansas Nurse Practitioner Association
• American Association of Nurse Practititioners
• Evangelistic Interneional Ministries
What do you attribute your success to?
God's favor and blessings.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to first discern your true calling and align your career choices with it. I also believe in leaning on the support of family and mentors, and being mindful of timing when considering advanced degrees or major career transitions. Thoughtful planning and a strong support network can make all the difference in navigating your professional journey successfully.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenges in my field involve the health insurance industry. APRNs are not reimbursed at the same rate as physicians, yet statistics continue to show that nursing continues to hold the prize for most trusted profession. APRNs help alleviate access shortages to healthcare as the physician shortage continues to grow. It's time to recognize that APRNs aren't "second-string" providers. We are rhe MVPs!
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Faith first. Always. Then family.
