Judith Ochieng
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Provider with background in providing therapeutic interventions and psychological assessments. Skilled in developing personalized treatment plans, maintaining comprehensive patient records, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care. Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with patients while fostering holistic mental wellness. Notable contributions include the implementation of innovative counseling techniques resulting in improved patient outcomes. Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with broad experience in primary care and family medicine. Strengths lie in patient education, preventive care and chronic disease management. Previous work has demonstrated significant impact on improving patient health outcomes through personalized treatment plans. Possess strong clinical skills, focused on delivering quality patient-centered care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric mental health provider Level I in-patient
Community Bridges Inc.
01.2023 - Current
- Providing to patients who are admitted for various mental health concerns and stabilizing patients with SMI and other conditions, including suicidal patients and patients with substance use disorders
Psychiatric clinical rotation
01.2021 - Current
- Working with SMI patients, both voluntary and involuntary patients, under the mentorship of a preceptor
- Also worked with an outpatient psychiatric clinic working with pediatric patients and adult patients in the primary mental health clinic for medication management and psychiatric evaluation for new patients
Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Bridges
01.2018 - Current
- As a primary care provider and as a medication-assisted treatment for patients with substance use disorder
- Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases.
- Provided support to family members by offering guidance in understanding treatment options available for their loved ones.
- Educated patients about preventative healthcare measures including nutrition, exercise and lifestyle modification.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for acute health issues, such as infections and injuries.
- Instructed and counseled patients to comply with prescribed medical or physical regimens, medications, health maintenance and addiction treatment.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes.
- Served as a mentor for new graduate nurses entering into Family Nurse Practitioner roles.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Developed individualized patient treatment plans based on identified needs and medical history.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Collaborated with physicians in the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
- Facilitated communication between multidisciplinary teams in order to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system according to established standards.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, such as suturing wounds and removing moles or cysts, under appropriate anesthesia.
- Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
- Advocated for patients' health and wellbeing, acting as a liaison between patients and other healthcare providers.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Offered telehealth consultations to provide accessible care for patients in remote or underserved areas.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in nursing practice.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided women's health services for contraception, reproductive concerns and family planning.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity of care.
- Promoted health by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay current on best practices within the field of nursing.
Teaching - DNP (FNP-specialty)
Arizona State University
, AZ
01.2016 - Current
- Company Overview: Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation
- Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation
- Provided medication management and psychotherapy services to individuals with mental health disorders.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practices are followed.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Performed comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients in an outpatient setting.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care activities according to professional standards and legal regulations.
Care Provider
InGnesis
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Working for the detention center providing care for people with chronic conditions, and acute conditions, & providing screenings and health promotion education
Teaching - Master's program
University of Arizona
01.2015 - 01.2016
Clinical Instructor
Central Arizona College
09.2010 - 01.2015
- Critical care, psychiatric/Mental health
Nurse Practitioner
Maxim
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Doing physical exams for Medicare patients in their homes as a nurse practitioner, and sending recommendations to their primary care providers regarding gaps in care
In-home visits
Pinal Gila Head Start Program
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Nutrition assessments for pregnant female, newborn observations, and postpartum depression assessment
Clinical rotation and clinical residency
Sun Life Family Health Center
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Providing family healthcare needs including individualized treatment, and patient education in collaboration with other multidisciplinary providers under the supervision of licensed providers
Online Adjunct Faculty RN-BSN program
Grand Canyon University
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Teaching pathophysiology, health assessment, and leadership management
- Entry-Level BSN- clinical instruction in mental health through Aurora behavioral health and Arizona state hospital, med-surg
Case Manager
Affinity Hospice
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Doing in-home visits, admission assessment, and direct patient care
Nursing Faculty
Central Arizona College
11.2008 - 09.2010
- Duties include, curriculum development committee, student advising, classroom instruction, & clinical instruction
- Teaching advanced Med-surg
- (critical care), Pharmacology, Psychiatric/mental health, and fundamentals of nursing
- I use technology to deliver instruction i.e
- Use of turning technology in classroom for students’ ongoing evaluation during lecture, PowerPoint presentation and podcasting
RN - Nurse Supervisor
Parc Place Behavioral Health Center
10.2007 - 04.2008
- In charge of 32 bed adolescent unit and 12 nurses
- Worked with other multidisciplinary team members to provide direct and indirect patient care
- Provided direct and indirect care to mentally ill adolescents and planned care that allowed them to be reintegrated into the community and group homes
Education
Family Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate -
01.2023
Family Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate -
01.2021
PhD & DNP degrees -
University of Arizona
01.2015
Post-masters degree in nursing - Family practitioner
University of Arizona
01.2013
Master of Science - Nursing Education track
Grand Canyon University
01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
05.2007
Associate degree in Nursing -
Central Arizona College
05.2005
Skills
- Child and adolescent therapy
- Suicide risk assessment
- Group therapy facilitation
- Stress management strategies
- Individual counseling
- Acceptance and commitment therapy
- Personal, jmochieng66@yahoo.com
- Professional, Drjmo.fnpbc2016@gmail.com
Phone
cell, 520-450-7195
Awards
PI El Rio Nurse Practitioner Residency Program, ongoing
Publications
- I Put Diabetes on the Shelf, African American Women’s Perceptions of Risk for Diabetes Complications., 01/01/21
- Social Determinants of Health and Health Care Delivery, African American Women’s T2DM Self-Management., 01/01/20
Community Service
- 01/01/20, Information day presentation for potential residents to El Rio FQHC.
- 01/01/19, Site visit to East African Baraton University - Kenya (Study-abroad program).
- 01/01/16, Volunteer Phoenix Festival assisting with screening.
- 01/01/13, Community health-fare Arizona City with Sun Life Family Health Center outreach program.
- 01/01/12, Community health-fare and health screening with Sun Life Outreach program.
- 01/01/11, Volunteer during community health-fare - Central Arizona College.
- 09/01/09, Prepare a presentation for faculty development on turning technology - Central Arizona College.
- 01/01/09, Community teaching – Skin Cancer (Casa Grande).
- 01/01/08, Volunteer at a local church as nurse on duty during vocational bible school for children.
Training
- Management of Complex & Chronic Mental Health Disorders Across the Lifespan, 03/01/21
- Management of Complex & Chronic MH Disorders Across the Lifespan Practicum, 03/01/21
- Management of Common Mental Health Disorders Across the Lifespan Practicum, 10/01/20
- Management of Common Mental Health Disorders Across the Lifespan, 10/01/20
- MH Promotion Practicum, 06/01/20
- MH Promotion Lifespan, 06/01/20
- Psychopharmacology Lifespan, 03/01/20
- Neuropsychopathology Across the Lifespan
- Advanced Mental Health Assessment Across the Lifespan
- South Arizona Nurse Practitioner Conference, 01/01/19
- MAT Certification Training, 01/01/18
- Updates on HIV Testing PEP & PrEP, Phoenix, AZ, 01/01/18
- Clinical Updates in Nursing Practice, Phoenix, AZ, 01/01/18
- Chronic Disease Prevention & Management in Primary Care, 01/01/17
- Updates on HIV Testing PEP & PrEP, Tucson, AZ, 01/01/16
- WIN Conference, Anaheim, CA, 01/01/16
- Health Care for Women Over 40, Phoenix, AZ, 01/01/16
- Nursing Educators’ Conference (Mosby), Las Vegas, 01/01/16
- PhD/DNP Completion, University of Arizona, 01/01/10
- Psychiatric Nursing Conference, Las Vegas, 01/01/10
- Nursing Educators’ Conference (Mosby), Orlando, Florida, 01/01/09
- Nursing Educators’ Conference, Colorado, 01/01/09
- Turning Technology Training, Las Vegas, 01/01/09
Certificationsandlicensing
- MAT Certification, 01/01/18
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Arizona State Board of Nursing
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner FNP-BC & PMHNP-BC, ANCC
- DEA Certified
- Registered Nurse, Arizona State Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support Certified
Presentations
- 03/01/21, El Rio APRN Residency Program, Presented on various topics.
- 09/01/20, El Rio APRN Residency Program, Presented on various topics.
- 03/01/20, El Rio Faculty Development Presentation, March and September.
- 01/01/18, International Conference in Scotland, Euro Nursing Conference.
- 01/01/17, Florence Detention Center, Presented on identifying rhabdomyolysis in a clinical environment.
- 01/01/17, Florence Detention Center, Presented on Pyelonephritis, signs and symptoms and nursing care.
- 01/01/16, WIN, Poster presentation of my research.
Timeline
Psychiatric mental health provider Level I in-patient
Community Bridges Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Psychiatric clinical rotation
01.2021 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Community Bridges
01.2018 - Current
Teaching - DNP (FNP-specialty)
Arizona State University
01.2016 - Current
Teaching - Master's program
University of Arizona
01.2015 - 01.2016
Care Provider
InGnesis
01.2014 - 01.2018
Nurse Practitioner
Maxim
01.2013 - 01.2014
Clinical rotation and clinical residency
Sun Life Family Health Center
01.2012 - 01.2013
Online Adjunct Faculty RN-BSN program
Grand Canyon University
01.2011 - 01.2013
Case Manager
Affinity Hospice
01.2011 - 01.2012
Clinical Instructor
Central Arizona College
09.2010 - 01.2015
In-home visits
Pinal Gila Head Start Program
01.2010 - 01.2014
Nursing Faculty
Central Arizona College
11.2008 - 09.2010
RN - Nurse Supervisor
Parc Place Behavioral Health Center
10.2007 - 04.2008
Family Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate -
Family Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate -
PhD & DNP degrees -
University of Arizona
Post-masters degree in nursing - Family practitioner
University of Arizona
Master of Science - Nursing Education track
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate degree in Nursing -
Central Arizona College
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