Caroline M. Ogashi
Houston,USA
Summary
Professional with substantial background in psychiatric and mental health services, delivering impactful patient care. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions, with strong focus on pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable in achieving results. Known for excellent communication, empathy, and critical thinking skills. Demonstrates teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Nominated and won Employee of the Month for September 2025.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Iris Telehealth / Texas Health Resources
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to identify specific mental health needs, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
- Optimized medication management protocols to minimize side effects and maximize therapeutic benefits for patients with psychiatric conditions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Improved patient outcomes with detailed assessment and personalized care plans for individuals suffering from severe mental health disorders.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Thriveworks Counseling And Coaching
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Achieved significant improvements in patient mood and anxiety scores, employing combination of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
LifeStance Health
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to identify specific mental health needs, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Improved patient outcomes with detailed assessment and personalized care plans for individuals suffering from severe mental health disorders.
- Streamlined medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Psych Matters PLLC
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Improved patient outcomes with detailed assessment and personalized care plans for individuals suffering from severe mental health disorders.
- Streamlined medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Led psychotherapy sessions for individuals, couples, families, or groups to address emotional challenges and promote overall wellbeing.
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
- Enhanced patient adherence to treatment protocols by educating individuals and families on disease management and prevention strategies.
Assistant/Adjunct Professor of Nursing
Houston Christian University
06.2019 - Current
- Assessed student learning through a variety of methods such as exams, papers, presentations, and class participation.
- Incorporated diverse perspectives into course content by selecting readings from various authors and cultures that represented different viewpoints on key issues.
- Provided timely feedback on assignments to help students improve their understanding of course material and achieve academic success.
- Mentored undergraduate and graduate students, providing guidance on academic and career development.
- Served on committees to improve department policies, curriculum, and student support services.
- Collaborated with fellow faculty members to develop interdisciplinary courses and enhance the overall educational experience for students.
- Designed syllabus for each course taught, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and accreditation standards.
- Utilized a range of instructional strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
Clinical Director: ICU
St. Elizabeth Hospital
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Facilitate hiring of qualified Medical and Neuro ICU personnel by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for employment.
- Analyzed data on clinical outcomes to identify trends in patient populations, informing decisions on targeted interventions or program adjustments as needed.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans enabling facility to meet budgetary and quality assurance goals.
- Optimized supply chain logistics for pharmaceuticals and medical equipment, ensuring availability and managing costs effectively.
- Streamlined clinical operations for improved efficiency and reduced costs.
- Directed crisis intervention services when necessary; provided support during critical incidents, and ensured the well-being of all involved parties.
- Developed and maintained budget forecasts, aligning financial planning with clinic goals and needs.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback for growth.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient treatment plans.
Clinical Manager: Medical Unit
Houston Methodist
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Managed over 80 FTE Medical Surgical Unit employees with various personalities and from different cultures.
- Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
- Enhanced patient care standards by developing and implementing comprehensive training for nursing staff.
- Facilitated hiring of qualified personnel by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for employment.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
- Contributed to successful accreditation reviews with thorough preparation efforts focused on documentation completeness.
Director of Nursing: Telemetry and Med. Surg.
St. Joseph Medical Center
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Promoted a culture of safety by enforcing compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
Manager, Educator, Staff RN
Memorial Hermann Health System
02.1999 - 04.2016
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Contributed to a reduction in hospital-acquired infections through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper hand hygiene.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing individualized care.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Education
PMHNP Post Graduate Certificate -
National University
San Diego, CA12-2020
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD -
Texas Woman’s University
Denton, TX05-2019
Master of Science in Nursing Leadership -
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11-2009
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Texas Woman’s University
Denton, TX12-2006
General Studies -
San Jacinto College
Houston, TX12-2005
RN Diploma -
Eku Baptist School of Nursing
Delta State, Nigeria11-1992
Skills
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Medication management
- Anxiety management
- Major depression management
- ADHD Management
- Bipolar disorder management
- PTSD Management
- Schizophrenia Management
- Insomnia management
- Suicide risk assessment
- Clinical documentation using EHR
- Telehealth skills
Affiliations
- 2020 American Nurses Association
- 2020 Texas Nurses Association
- 2013 Association of Nursing Professional Development (ANPD)
- 2011 American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)
- 2009 American Association of Neuroscience Nurses (AANN)
- 2017 - 2019 Hospital Ethics Committee - Member
- 2017 - 2019 Nursing-Pharmacy Council - Chair
- 2016 - 2017 Variance Committee - Member
- 2015 - 2016 Patient Care Leadership Council - Member
- 2014 - 2016 Critical Care Steering Committee - Member
- 2013 - 2014 New Product Committee - Member
- 2012 - 2013 Comprehensive Stroke Steering Leadership Committee - Member
- 2012 - 2013 Stroke Steering Committee - Leader
- 2010 - 2012 Professional Nursing Research Council - Member
- 2010 - 2012 Professional Nursing Practice Council - Member
- 2008 - 2010 Code Stroke Team - Member
- 2005 - 2008 Rapid Response Team - Member
Certification
- 2021 Advanced Practice RN (APRN-CNP- Texas BON)
- 2021 Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
- 2011 Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN)
- 2009 Certified Neuroscience Nurse (CNRN)
- 1999 RN - Texas, USA.
- 1999 RN- Georgia, USA
- 1992 RN - Delta State, Nigeria.
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Iris Telehealth / Texas Health Resources
01.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Thriveworks Counseling And Coaching
01.2023 - 01.2025
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
LifeStance Health
02.2022 - 01.2024
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Psych Matters PLLC
04.2021 - 02.2022
Assistant/Adjunct Professor of Nursing
Houston Christian University
06.2019 - Current
Clinical Director: ICU
St. Elizabeth Hospital
05.2019 - 01.2020
Clinical Manager: Medical Unit
Houston Methodist
06.2017 - 04.2019
Director of Nursing: Telemetry and Med. Surg.
St. Joseph Medical Center
04.2016 - 06.2017
Manager, Educator, Staff RN
Memorial Hermann Health System
02.1999 - 04.2016
PMHNP Post Graduate Certificate -
National University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD -
Texas Woman’s University
Master of Science in Nursing Leadership -
Walden University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Texas Woman’s University
General Studies -
San Jacinto College
RN Diploma -
Eku Baptist School of Nursing
Awards and Honor
Employee of the Month, September 2025, 2016 Sigma Theta Tau International: Beta-Beta Houston Chapter, 2010 Gold Champ recipient (for customer service), 2007 Gold Champ recipient (for customer service), 2005 National Dean’s list - Multiple times, 1992 Best Overall scholastic student nurse award, 1992 Best Nutritionist student nurse award, 1992 Best Medical Surgical student nurse (Jackie Legg’s award)
Presentations
Ogashi, C. M. (2019, February). Nurse managers’ perceptions of their work environments and their perceived impact on staff nurses and patient outcomes. An abstract poster session presented at the STTI Conference, New Orleans, Louisiana.
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