Babu Khatiwada
APRN
Branford,CT
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with vast experience at Yale Health System, excelling in high-acuity patient care and crisis intervention. Demonstrates expertise in interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based mental health management. Proficient in patient assessment and effective communication, ensuring optimal outcomes for diverse patient populations.
Now seeking a new role as a psychiatric mental health APRN.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – System Float Pool
Yale Health System
New Haven, USA
01.2021 - Current
- Deliver high-acuity patient care across five different hospitals within the Yale Health System, adapting quickly to diverse unit protocols and patient populations.
- Managed care for patients with complex medical and co-occurring psychiatric conditions.
Language Interpreter (Nepali & Hindi)
Linguistica International
01.2017 - Current
- Provide accurate and compassionate over-the-phone and on-site interpretation for critical healthcare, emergency, and 911 services, facilitating clear communication between patients and providers.
Assistant Manager
Yankee Discount Liquor
East Haven, USA
01.2010 - Current
- Managed vendor relations, inventory, purchasing, and merchandising to optimize operations.
- Enhanced customer experience through product knowledge and targeted sales initiatives.
- Organized weekly wine-tasting events to drive engagement and increase sales.
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Student
Fairfield University Clinical Affiliates
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments, diagnoses, and developed individualized treatment plans for patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and substance use disorders.
- Managed psychotropic medications, including initiation, titration, and monitoring for efficacy and side effects.
- Provided evidence-based individual and group psychotherapy utilizing modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
- Collaborated effectively with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals in an interdisciplinary team model.
- Delivered trauma-informed care and patient/family education on mental health conditions, treatments, and wellness strategies.
Registered Nurse
Yale-New Haven Hospital
New Haven, USA
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided skilled nursing care in a fast-paced post-procedural unit, ensuring patient stability and recovery.
- Developed strong foundational skills in patient assessment, critical thinking, and crisis management.
Quality Analyst
Covidien
North Haven, USA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Conducted functional testing and quality inspection of medical/surgical devices, ensuring strict compliance with health and safety protocols.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT05.2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT05.2021
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Tribhuvan University
Nepal01.2004
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Evidence-based treatment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Mental health management
- Effective communication
Certification
• Registered Nurse (RN), Connecticut,
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 2020
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), 2025
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Connecticut, 2018
• Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certified (PMHNP-BC), 01/02/26
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 2020
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), 2025
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Connecticut, 2018
• Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certified (PMHNP-BC), 01/02/26
References
Available upon request.
Professional Development
- Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program Completion, 2020
- Spiritual & Cultural Aspects of Palliative Care Certification, Yale School of Medicine, 2019
- American Board for Transplant Certification (Core Concepts), 2019
- "The Best Employee" Award, Hotel Del' Annapurna, 2005
Timeline
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Student
Fairfield University Clinical Affiliates
01.2023 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse – System Float Pool
Yale Health System
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Yale-New Haven Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2021
Language Interpreter (Nepali & Hindi)
Linguistica International
01.2017 - Current
Assistant Manager
Yankee Discount Liquor
01.2010 - Current
Quality Analyst
Covidien
01.2009 - 01.2010
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Fairfield University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Quinnipiac University
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Gateway Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Tribhuvan University