Clayton Cockrell II

After graduating from Haleyville High School, I enrolled in college as a Pre-Med student. However, during my sophomore year, I fell ill and visited my physician, who happened to be out of the office that day. Instead, I was seen by a nurse practitioner, a profession I hadn’t considered before. I found her approachable and thorough, and during our conversation, she suggested I explore becoming a nurse practitioner. The more I researched, the more it resonated with me. I realized I could gain practical experience as a nurse while pursuing my education, balancing hands-on learning with academic training.

I enrolled in an associate degree nursing program, which I thoroughly enjoyed. After graduation, I worked to pay off my schooling while enrolling in a bachelor’s program. Eventually, I was accepted into the early decision RN to NP program at the University of Alabama in Huntsville’s Family Practice Program.

In my second year of the master’s program, I got married. Shortly after, I passed my boards and began working at a pediatric clinic in Sheffield, Alabama. One day, my wife came across a job opportunity at Boyett Health Services in our local newspaper. Impressed by Dr. Boyett’s forward-thinking approach and the chance to work closer to home, I applied. I was thrilled to be offered a position and have been part of the Boyett Health Services family since 2007. It’s been an incredibly rewarding journey.