Carissa Nelson, APRN, CNP
5.0(8 reviews)
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  • Mon:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Tue:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Wed:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Thu:8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Fri:8:00am - 5:00pm

Carissa Nelson, APRN, CNP
Nurse Practitioner - Family

Biography

Carissa Nelson, DNP, APRN, CNP is a member of the Family Medicine team at Essentia Health St. Joseph's Brainerd Clinic. She joined Essentia Health in 2023. Carissa earned her undergraduate degree as w… Read more ›

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  • Nurse Practitioner - Sub-Specialty: Family

Accepts New Patients: Yes

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Average Rating: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 8
Most Recent Review: 06/03/2026
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Listening Skills 5.0
Clear Explanations 5.0
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“She's one in a millionformer stu...”

She's one in a millionformer student of mine.

Anonymous 06/03/2026
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“Carissa is amazing, smart with h...”

Carissa is amazing, smart with heart. A true listener. She is compassionate and so professional.

Anonymous 01/02/2026
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“Excellent visit. Answered questi...”

Excellent visit. Answered questions, showed kindness, was positive

Anonymous 09/24/2025
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“Karissa was very nice, answered ...”

Karissa was very nice, answered all my questions and was very thorough. I liked her.

Anonymous 04/16/2025
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“I have never had a bad experienc...”

I have never had a bad experience with Carissa, she always seems caring and professional

Anonymous 01/07/2026
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“Carissa Nelson took my concerns ...”

Carissa Nelson took my concerns seriously, and provided appropriate care, scheduling tests and procedures to address my medical situation.

Anonymous 10/25/2025
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Anonymous 06/04/2025
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“I feel that C Nelson is a good f...”

I feel that C Nelson is a good fit for me. She takes her time and explains things for me and answers all my questions.

Anonymous 04/12/2025

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