MINNETTE NKONGHO
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with extensive experience caring for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. Completed 640 hours of supervised PMHNP clinical training with patients across the lifespan. Experienced in psychiatric assessment, medication management, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered mental health care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Valley Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
04.2022 - Current
- Coordinate direct nursing care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Perform initial and ongoing biopsychosocial assessments and monitor significant changes in patient condition.
- Administer prescribed medications and provide additional-specific education to patients.
- Provide patient and family education, discharge planning, and coordination with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate significant changes in condition to appropriate providers.
Registered Nurse
Haven Behavioral Health
Phoenix, AZ
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Performed physical and mental health nursing assessments and monitored behavioral and medical changes.
- Administered medications according to facility protocols and monitored patient response.
- Developed initial nursing treatment plans based on diagnosis, precautions, and identified patient needs.
- Educated patients regarding diagnoses, treatment, and medications and participated in interdisciplinary treatment teams.
- Coordinated, evaluated, and documented patient care according to nursing standards of practice.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Banner Estrella Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Reviewed patient histories, medication regimens, test results, vital signs, and clinical changes upon admission and throughout PCU care.
- Administered prescribed medications, performed ordered titrations, and reported deterioration or significant findings to the healthcare team.
- Provided patient and family education, assisted with discharge planning, and maintained accurate patient records.
- Supervised nursing assistants and support staff while coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team.
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Banner Behavioral Health Center
Scottsdale, AZ
07.2017 - 11.2020
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to behavioral health patients.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, blood glucose, intake and output, and changes in patient condition.
- Reported significant observations and changes in patient status to registered nurses and supported a safe therapeutic environment.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing (MSN) - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner RN-to-MSN Pathway
Walden University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing (AAS)
Carrington College
Phoenix, AZ08.2020
Skills
- Psychiatric Assessment & MSE
- Psychopharmacology
- Medication Management
- Psychotherapy
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Education
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Substance Use Disorder Care
- Biopsychosocial Assessment
- CIWA-Ar & COWS
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified (PMHNP-BC), Registered Nurse (RN), Arizona - Active / Good Standing, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) - Patient-Centered De-escalation, Handle With Care Certification, Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) Certification
Section name
- PMHNP CLINICAL PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
- Desert Bolt Behavioral | Anthem / North Phoenix, AZ
- PMHNP Student Clinical Practicum | 320 Hours | Spring 2025 & Fall 2025
- Completed 160 supervised clinical hours February-April 2025 and 160 hours August-October 2025 with adolescent and adult psychiatric populations.
- Performed psychiatric assessments, mental status examinations, diagnostic evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, psychotherapy, patient education, and follow-up care under preceptor supervision.
- Family Health Medical Clinic LLC | Mesa, AZ
- PMHNP Student Clinical Practicum | 320 Hours | Summer 2025 & Spring 2026
- Completed 160 supervised clinical hours May-July 2025 and 160 hours February-April 2026 caring for patients across the lifespan.
- Performed assessment of psychiatric symptoms, treatment planning, medication management, psychotherapy, patient education, and follow-up care under preceptor supervision.
- Total PMHNP Clinical Practicum: 640 Hours
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Valley Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Haven Behavioral Health
03.2021 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Banner Estrella Medical Center
11.2020 - 01.2022
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Banner Behavioral Health Center
07.2017 - 11.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing (AAS)
Carrington College
Master of Science - Nursing (MSN) - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner RN-to-MSN Pathway
Walden University