NP

Blessing Okpo, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Board-certified Family and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over four years of experience providing comprehensive, evidence-based care across diverse clinical settings. Demonstrates expertise in managing both physical and mental health conditions across the lifespan, with a focus on acute and chronic disease management, preventive care, and behavioral health. Recognized for being a fast learner, possess strong clinical judgment, patient advocacy, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a compassionate approach to care. Proficient in performing diagnostic evaluations, prescribing medications, developing treatment plans, and utilizing EMR systems. Committed to improving patient outcomes through holistic, culturally competent care. LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Family Nurse Practitioner – Certified by AANP

• Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified by ANCC

• Certified Wound Care Nurse Practitioner

• Medicare Home Risk Assessment Certified

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Intern BJT Behavioral Health Center – Dallas, TX

January 2024 – January 2025

• Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients across various mental health conditions.

• Applied trauma-informed and motivational interviewing techniques to enhance engagement and reduce psychiatric hospitalization risk.

• Diagnosed and treated a range of mental health disorders: anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, schizophrenia. using DSM-5 criteria with cultural sensitivity and clinical accuracy.

• Prescribed and titrated psychotropic medications, monitored side effects, and ordered labs and relevant diagnostic tests.

• Utilized telehealth platforms to deliver virtual psychiatric care while maintaining therapeutic rapport and HIPAA compliance.

• Developed individualized treatment plans integrating pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.

• Provided patient and family education on medication adherence, coping skills, and symptom monitoring.

• Managed medication refills, prior authorizations, and follow-up assessments to ensure continuity of care. Dallas, TX

(972) 891 - 1700 *********@*****.***

• Collaborated with therapists, primary care providers, and case managers to deliver integrated behavioral health services.

• Documented all encounters thoroughly in EMR system with attention to compliance and coding accuracy.

Family Nurse Practitioner – Hospice Care

Amity Hospice – Dallas, TX

October 2022 – Present

• Delivered comprehensive, patient-centered in-home care to terminally ill patients with complex physical and psychological symptoms.

• Assessed and managed symptoms including pain, anxiety, agitation, terminal delirium, depression, and dyspnea using both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches.

• Prescribed medications including opioids, anxiolytics, antipsychotics, and antidepressants, adjusting regimens for comfort and quality of life.

• Conducted regular face-to-face visits, updated plan of care based on changes in condition, and ensured timely documentation in EMR.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including chaplains, social workers, case managers, and bereavement counselors to deliver holistic and coordinated care.

• Provided culturally competent education and emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process.

• Participated in weekly IDG (Interdisciplinary Group) meetings to advocate for patient-centered goals and align care with hospice philosophy.

• Demonstrated skills in crisis prevention, anticipatory grief support, and advanced care planning discussions.

• Applied trauma-informed and empathetic communication to support patients with comorbid psychiatric and cognitive diagnoses, such as dementia and depression. Family Nurse Practitioner – House Calls

Alliance House Call – Dallas, TX

June 2021 – September 2022

• Delivered primary and behavioral health care to geriatric and homebound Medicare patients with multiple chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, COPD, CKD, and depression.

• Conducted thorough physical and mental health assessments in patients' homes, addressing both acute and chronic complaints.

• Identified symptoms of anxiety, depression, cognitive decline, and behavioral disturbances, initiating appropriate workups and referrals to psychiatric or neurological specialists.

• Prescribed and managed medications for both physical and mild mental health conditions, adjusting treatments based on clinical response and lab results.

• Provided patient and caregiver education on medication adherence, disease management, and recognizing mental health warning signs.

• Coordinated with interdisciplinary care teams including social workers, mental health counselors, and case managers to close care gaps.

• Documented visits using EMR with attention to Medicare compliance and coding accuracy for risk adjustment models.

EDUCATION

Post-Master’s Certificate – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Wilkes University, Wilkes-Barre, PA

January 2024 – January 2025

Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner United States University, San Diego, CA July

2018 – June 2020

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Chamberlain College of Nursing, Houston, TX

May 2014 – October 2016

Associate of Liberal Science

Richland Community College, Dallas, TX

January 2010 – May 2012

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Comprehensive Health Assessments

• Clinically skilled in management of Dementia, Anxiety, HTN, Hypothyroidism, Diabetes, COPD, CKD, mood disorders, etc.

• Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnosis

• Medication Management & Prescribing

• Chronic Disease & Symptom Management

• Preventive & Palliative Care

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Patient & Family Education

• EMR Documentation & Compliance

• Trauma-Informed & Culturally Competent Care

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

• American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

• Texas Nurse Practitioners

References available upon request

Contact this candidate