RACHAEL EBEGBONI
Downey,CA
Summary
Results-driven Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a strong clinical foundation in behavioral health, ICU, and acute care settings. Skilled in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, DSM-5-TR diagnosis, psychopharmacology, and treatment planning across diverse patient populations. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, crisis intervention, and ability to manage complex patients with co-occurring medical and psychiatric conditions. Delivers patient-centered, evidence-based care with a focus on safety, recovery, and long-term outcomes. Thrives in collaborative, fast-paced, and innovative healthcare environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments across mood, anxiety, trauma, and psychotic disorders.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans using evidence-based guidelines.
- Managed psychotropic medications including initiation, titration, and monitoring of therapeutic response.
- Performed suicide and homicide risk assessments and implemented appropriate safety interventions.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Provided psychoeducation and supportive counseling to patients and families.
- Documented clinical encounters using SOAP format in EHR systems.
ICU Registered Nurse
Multiple Facilities
2018 - 2023
- Managed critically ill patients requiring advanced clinical assessment and rapid decision-making.
- Recognized early signs of neurological and psychiatric changes in high-acuity patients.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and recovery expectations.
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork in high-pressure environments.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Glendale Memorial Hospital
2023 - 2025
- Delivered direct patient care in behavioral health and acute settings, supporting psychiatric stabilization.
- Monitored patients for changes in mental status, treatment response, and safety concerns.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA, regulatory standards, and quality care protocols.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - PMHNP
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
05-2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Alberta
01-2018
Skills
- Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnosis (DSM-5-TR)
- Medication Management & Psychopharmacology
- Suicide & Risk Assessment (SI/HI)
- Crisis Intervention & Stabilization
- Treatment Planning & Care Coordination
- Substance Use & Co-occurring Disorders
- Motivational Interviewing & Patient Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Electronic Health Records (EPIC, Cerner, SimplePractice)
- HIPAA Compliance & Clinical Documentation
- Anxiety management
- Suicide risk assessment
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder management
- Depression treatment
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Psychopharmacology expertise
- Geriatric psychiatry
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Mental health assessment
- Schizophrenia treatment
- Bipolar disorder management
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- PMHNP-BC (Expected)
- BLS, ACLS
- DEA Eligible
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
01.2025 - 01.2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Alberta
ICU Registered Nurse
Multiple Facilities
2018 - 2023
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Glendale Memorial Hospital
2023 - 2025
Master of Science in Nursing - PMHNP
Mount Carmel College of Nursing