Kimberly Osborne
Greenup,KY
Summary
Dual board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner currently pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Executive Leadership at Walden University (expected February 2026). Over 4 years of experience leading integrated behavioral health and substance use disorder (SUD) programs, program development, and grant-funded initiatives. As Director of Wellness & Recovery at UK King’s Daughters Medical Center, oversees dual mental health and SUD treatment programs funded by the Kentucky Opioid Response Effort (KORE). Recognized for clinical excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a strong record of community partnership and advocacy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Wellness & Recovery
UK King’s Daughters Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
- Oversee inpatient and outpatient dual-diagnosis programming, including substance use and mental health treatment services.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams including APRNs, LCSWs, and Peer Support Specialists.
- Manage KORE Grant deliverables, reporting, and outcomes.
- Develop and implement policies, workflows, and evidence-based protocols for MOUD and MAUD.
- Collaborate with local agencies, Pathways, and Drug Court to strengthen recovery support networks.
Owner / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Enhanced Beauty Medical Spa
Wheelersburg, OH
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Provide aesthetic and wellness services including injectables, IV hydration, and weight management.
- Oversee business operations, staff training, and clinical compliance.
- Implement treatment protocols, ensure patient safety, and manage clinical outcomes.
- Lead community outreach and education on wellness and preventive health.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Wellness & Recovery Program
UK King’s Daughters Medical Center
07.2019 - 04.2023
- Delivered inpatient psychiatric and addiction medicine services.
- Managed detox and dual-diagnosis patients using evidence-based pharmacologic and therapeutic interventions.
- Provided staff education, patient counseling, and continuity of care across service lines.
- Supported KORE Grant initiatives through program implementation and data tracking.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Private Practice with Dr. Thomas Mahoney
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided primary care services, medication management, and preventive health education.
- Integrated behavioral health screening and treatment within the family practice setting.
Registered Nurse
King’s Daughters Medical Center
06.2014 - 11.2018
- Heart & Vascular Surgery Unit: Interpreted telemetry, titrated drips, educated post-op cardiac patients.
- Labor & Delivery: Monitored fetal heart rates, managed labor, and assisted in cesarean deliveries.
- Behavioral Health: Collaborated with psychiatrists for medication and care management.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Executive Leadership
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02.2026
Post-Master’s Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08.2021
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05.2016
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing - undefined
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY05.2014
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Operations management
- Team management
- Strategies and goals
- Project coordination
- Organizational development
- Goal setting
- Budget management
Certification
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – Kentucky (License #3013185)
- Registered Nurse – Kentucky (License #1139922) – Exp. 10/2026
- Family Nurse Practitioner 02/2019 (AANP Certification #F02190149)
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 11/2021 (ANCC Certification #2021103796)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Exp. 06/2027
Affiliations
- Authored and contributed to grant proposals and reports for the Kentucky Opioid Response Effort (KORE), supporting statewide opioid treatment and prevention initiatives.
- Served as a Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Champion and Board Member during Wave 1 and Wave 2 of the Healing Community Study Grant, advancing evidence-based addiction treatment implementation.
- Active Member of the Healthy Choices Healthy Communities (HCHC) Workgroup, promoting community health, prevention, and wellness initiatives in Eastern Kentucky.
- Active Member and Participant of the Boyd County Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Workgroup, collaborating with local agencies to improve access to recovery and harm-reduction services.
- Member of the City of Ashland Homeless Committee, addressing homelessness and unmet mental health needs through coordinated community outreach and resource development.
- Active Member, University of Kentucky Land Grant Initiative (LGI) – Collaborate with statewide partners to advance the Land Grant mission through initiatives focused on addiction recovery, behavioral health, and community wellness in rural Kentucky.
Timeline
Director, Wellness & Recovery
UK King’s Daughters Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Owner / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Enhanced Beauty Medical Spa
02.2022 - 04.2023
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Wellness & Recovery Program
UK King’s Daughters Medical Center
07.2019 - 04.2023
Family Nurse Practitioner
Private Practice with Dr. Thomas Mahoney
11.2018 - 07.2019
Registered Nurse
King’s Daughters Medical Center
06.2014 - 11.2018
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Executive Leadership
Walden University
Post-Master’s Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Western Kentucky University
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing - undefined
Morehead State University