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Ama Obenewa

New Rochelle,NY

Summary

Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a strong clinical foundation and specialized experience in Addiction Medicine. Skilled in comprehensive mental health assessments, psychopharmacology, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and integrated behavioral health care. Compassionate and culturally competent provider committed to delivering patient-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based care for individuals with co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Educational Alliance
New York, NY
04.2024 - Current
  • Provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment plans for clients with dual diagnoses including substance use, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.
  • Manage medication-assisted treatments (e.g., Suboxone, Naltrexone, Methadone) and closely monitor for efficacy and side effects.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including therapists, counselors, and social workers to coordinate integrated care.
  • Assist in developing individualized treatment plans based on patient evaluations.
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to identify specific mental health needs, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
  • Optimize medication management protocols to minimize side effects and maximize therapeutic benefits for patients with psychiatric conditions.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

CUNY Hunter College
New York, NY
01.2024

Skills

  • Medication management
  • Psychiatric evaluation
  • Outpatient mental health services
  • Clinical documentation
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Patient-centered care
  • Patient-focused therapy

Certification

  • PMHNP-BC – ANCC Board Certified [State License # F405661-01, New York]
  • DEA License – Current
  • NPI 1023856879

Timeline

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Educational Alliance
04.2024 - Current

Master of Science - Nursing

CUNY Hunter College