David Goen, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Tuscon,AZ
Summary
Experienced nurse practitioner specializing in medication management and mental health stabilization. Demonstrated success in creating effective treatment plans that improve patient outcomes. Skilled in building collaborative relationships to ensure adherence to best practices in care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Head PMHNP
Synapse Psychiatry PLLC
Tucson, AZ
09.2023 - Current
- Managed ongoing medication adjustments based on patient progress, side effects, and clinical needs to optimize treatment outcomes
- Monitored treatment outcomes and modified interventions to support long-term mental health stabilization and recovery
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options, enhancing engagement and adherence to care plans
- Maintain detailed and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with legal, ethical, and insurance requirements stay current with emerging research, clinical guidelines, and psychiatric best practices through continuing education and professional development
- Participated in case consultations, supervision, and community outreach to drive practice growth and strengthen community ties
- Uphold the highest standards of ethical care, confidentiality, and professionalism in all patient interactions
- Collaborated with Connections Health Solutions to enhance community mental health services
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Emergency Practitioner
Connections Health Solutions
Tucson, AZ
04.2020 - 07.2025
- Led day-to-day healthcare operations within high-volume acuity crisis response center, fostering a culture of patient-focused care and clinical excellence
- Perform accurate patient evaluations to gain insights into their mental wellbeing and issues, before developing individualized treatment plans for implementation
- Align all care and support with patient standards of Joint Commission (JCAHO) and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations
- Nurtured authentic relationships with patients and collaborated with counselors, social workers, and practice administrators to deliver high-quality patient care
- Utilized treatment team meetings to provide feedback to executive team on operational efficiency and billing practices for psychiatric services
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Outpatient
Integral Care
Austin, TX
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Administered medication management for the county's largest public mental health network
- Conducted clinical assessments to inform the design and administration of high-quality treatment/care plans that are tailored to the needs of each individual
- Tracked and reported on patient progress to evolve plans and meet changing needs
- Fostered relationships with primary care physicians, psychiatric specialty clinics, social workers, and practice administrators to promote cohesive, evidence-based patient care
- Mentored PMHNP students-in-training to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge
- Streamlined nursing department operations by defining priorities and building workflows, ensuring appropriate clinical and support staff availability for optimal mental health care
- Supported the organization's largest ever EMR implementation by co-developing materials to establish best practices and train end-user prescribers
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Outpatient
Lone Star Circle of Care
Round Rock, TX
07.2017 - 09.2019
- Conducted patient evaluations to inform diagnoses and treatment plans tailored to the needs of individuals within the adult behavioral health facility
- Realized a 50% reduction in patients' PHQ-9 scores in their first 6-months of treatment
- Contributed to multi-disciplinary treatment team, delivering high-quality nursing care and case management
- Coordinated cross-functional collaboration among primary care physicians, specialty clinics, social workers, and practice administrators to uphold care standards within Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
- Developed professional standards to address conflict of interest in patient care
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Psychiatric Emergency Services
Harborview Medical Center
Seattle, WA
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Performed in-depth evaluations of patients experiencing psychiatric and mental health crises at the largest level one trauma center in the Pacific Northwest before creating appropriate treatment plans
- Coordinated collaboration among ER physicians, social workers, and administrators to ensure holistic, person-centered care
- Led committee to develop and launch a "fast track" patient evaluation modality, significantly decreasing wait times in main ED
- Served as a point of escalation regarding complex patient and physician issues as they related to new patients
- Provided expert testimony in King County's Mental Health Court for patients requiring involuntary hospitalization under Washington State's civil commitment laws
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Psychiatric Emergency Services
Integral Care
Austin, TX
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Conducted evaluations to identify needs of patients in psychiatric and mental health crises within Travis County's largest mental health network
- Prescribed medications tailored to each patient's diagnosis and treatment plan
- Facilitated collaborations with psychiatrists, counselors, social workers, and practice administrators to uphold high care standards
- Achieved a 60%+ reduction in walk-in clinic ED admissions at local Level I Trauma Center
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TXBachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TXBachelor of Science - Political Science
Texas Women's University
Denton, TXSkills
- Psychotropic Medication Management
- Mental Health Treatment Modalities
- Clinical Practice
- Patient-centered care
- Chronic Condition Management
- Quality and Safety Compliance
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Pathophysiology
- Team Leadership & Development
- Organizational planning
- Critical decision-making
- Problem Resolution
- Bilingual: English, Spanish
Certification
Registered Nurse: State of Arizona License Valid Until: April 2027, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: State of Arizona (APRN) License Valid Until: April 2027, Registered Nurse: State of New Mexico Valid Until: Feb. 2027, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: State of Arizona (APRN) License Valid Until: Feb. 2027, United States Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Controlled Substance Registration Buprenorphine Waiver (2019) SHAMSA
HONORS & AWARDS
Certificate of Appreciation, Dallas Police Department 2013, Great 100 Nurse, Texas Nurses Association (District 3 and 4) 2010
Affiliations
- Member, American Association of Nurse Practitioners 2014
- Member, American Psychiatric Nurses Association 2008
- Member, Texas Nurses Association 2008
- Member, American Nurses Association 2008
Timeline
Owner/Head PMHNP
Synapse Psychiatry PLLC
09.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Emergency Practitioner
Connections Health Solutions
04.2020 - 07.2025
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Outpatient
Integral Care
07.2019 - 04.2020
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Psychiatric Emergency Services
Harborview Medical Center
12.2018 - 06.2019
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Outpatient
Lone Star Circle of Care
07.2017 - 09.2019
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Psychiatric Emergency Services
Integral Care
08.2016 - 07.2017
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Woman's University
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Texas Women's University