KARYN SPRINKLE, MSN, RN, PMHNP, PMH-C

Experienced registered nurse with 18+ years in healthcare, specializing in obstetrics, substance use disorder, and mental health. Proven track record of delivering patient-centered care in various settings. Advocate for individuals with substance use and mental health disorders, using trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices. Skilled in crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to ongoing learning and creating a supportive environment for patients and families.

• The Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)
• The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
• Postpartum Support International (PSI) California Chapter Board Member. Frontline Provider Chair
• Specialized Coordinator Perinatal Substance Use Disorder Postpartum Support International
• National Association of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (NAPMHNP)
• Inland Empire Opioid Crisis Coalition Member
• NAMI Coachella Valley
• Nurses United Against Human Trafficking
• Volunteers in Medicine- Street Medicine Volunteer

• Direct Patient Care
• Clinical Instruction
• Policy Implementation
• Patient and Family Advocacy
• Educator and Speaker

• Perinatal Bereavement Certificate Program Training
• Prenatal Opioid Use Disorder Program Training
• Certified Perinatal Mental Health Provider (PMH-C)
• ACLS/BLS, NRP, CPI, Advanced Fetal Monitoring
• Certified SMART Recovery Facilitator
• DEA MOUD Training

Perinatal Mental Health Program Director- Desert Regional Medical Center

Substance Use Disorder in Pregnancy Program Initiative Director- Desert Regional Medical Center