REBECCA PAK
Foothill Ranch
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Practitioner specializing in pediatric and mental health care. Delivering high-quality patient outcomes through expertise in triage, diagnosis, and management of diverse pediatric conditions across various clinical settings. Achieved board certification as PMHNP, enhancing capacity to address complex mental health challenges and improve care for patients across the lifespan with behavioral health needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics
Kaiser Permanente
04.2024 - Current
- Conduct telehealth and in-office evaluations for ASD, ADHD, and behavioral concerns
- Provide ongoing follow-up and medication management for behavioral and mental health conditions, including ADHD, to support optimal patient outcomes
- Triage and evaluate developmental-behavioral referrals to ensure timely access to necessary evaluations
- Review multidisciplinary documentation to assess referral urgency and appropriateness, facilitating effective care coordination
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care & Behavioral Pediatrics
OC Pediatrics Medical Group, Inc
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Conducted comprehensive well-child exams, screenings, and diagnostic testing with interpretation of results to promote children's health and development
- Diagnosed and managed ADHD, anxiety, and depression in the primary care setting
- Managed a diverse range of acute pediatric conditions to ensure timely and effective treatment
- Guided families on disease management and preventive care to enhance overall patient well-being
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care
Southern Orange County Pediatric Associates
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed well-child exams, screenings, and diagnostic testing, providing interpretation of results and preventive counseling to support children's health
- Managed acute illnesses in children, ensuring timely and effective treatment in a clinical setting
- Guided families on disease management and preventive care strategies, enhancing children's long-term health outcomes
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care
Dr. Caliendo / Dr. Le – Celebrating Life Community Health Center
07.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed acute pediatric illnesses, ensuring timely interventions and continuity of care
- Performed comprehensive well-child exams, screenings, diagnostic testing/interpretation of results, and preventative counseling
- Educated families on disease management and preventive care
- Served as the sole pediatric provider during FQHC Look-Alike model transition, facilitating smooth service delivery
- Provided integrated behavioral, medical, and social services to support underserved populations
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Per Diem
PSF – Endocrinology
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Triaged referrals for CHOC Endocrinology, ensuring timely access to specialized care across multiple counties
- Reviewed labs and diagnostics to prioritize evaluation needs based on urgency
- Processed referral approvals and denials, adhering to clinical criteria to maintain compliance and quality of care
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Urgent Care
CHOC Medical Group (CMG)
05.2019 - 06.2021
- Assessed and treated acute pediatric illnesses and injuries
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to inform treatment decisions for acute pediatric conditions
- Provided home-care management guidance and follow-up strategies to ensure optimal recovery for pediatric patients
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care & After Hours
South Coast Pediatrics
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Conducted well-child exams, screenings, diagnostic testing/interpretation of results, and preventive counseling
- Managed treatment for pediatric acute illnesses, ensuring timely interventions and continuity of care
- Educated families on disease management and preventive care strategies, fostering proactive health practices
Registered Nurse
CHOC Children’s Hospital – Endocrinology Clinic
05.2011 - 03.2019
- Managed peripheral and central lines while safely administering medications to ensure effective and safe patient care.
- Performed endocrine stimulation testing and coordinated administration of high-cost and rare medications to optimize patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients about endocrine disorders to enhance understanding and management of their health conditions.
- Acted as interim charge nurse by supervising staff, managing schedules, supporting performance reviews, and leading workflow improvements.
Registered Nurse
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center – NICU
10.2004 - 05.2011
- Provided critical care to neonates, including resuscitation support to stabilize conditions
- Managed peripheral and central lines, administering medications per protocol to ensure patient safety
Registered Nurse
CHOC Hospital – NICU
08.2004 - 10.2004
- Provided intensive care to critically ill neonates and assisted with resuscitations
- Maintained lines and administered medications safely
Registered Nurse
Queen of the Valley Hospital – NICU
01.2002 - 08.2004
- Provided full-scope NICU care, including resuscitation support and medication administration.
- Managed peripheral and central lines safely and effectively.
Education
Fellowship - Essentials of Addiction Medicine
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA02-2027
Post-master’s Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05-2026
Fellowship - Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA01-2023
Master of Science in Nursing - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA01-2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA12-2001
Skills
- Child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry
- Psychiatric and behavioral assessments
- Developmental assessments
- Diagnostic evaluation
- Medication management
- Patient and family education
- Clinical documentation
- Care coordination and clinical triage
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Therapeutic communication
- Process improvement and workflow development
- Written and interpersonal communication
- Professional education
Certification
• California RN License, #595566
• Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,ANCC#2026016080
• Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PNCB #201912308
• Pediatric Mental Health Specialist, PNCB #20238565
• California NP License, #95010977
• California NP Furnishing Number, #95010977
• NPI# 1487112371
• DEA# MP5203168
• BLS
• PALS
• Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,ANCC#2026016080
• Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PNCB #201912308
• Pediatric Mental Health Specialist, PNCB #20238565
• California NP License, #95010977
• California NP Furnishing Number, #95010977
• NPI# 1487112371
• DEA# MP5203168
• BLS
• PALS
References
Available upon request
Professional Development
- Delivered national education on central precocious puberty (ENDO Pharmaceuticals)
- Delivered national education on X-linked hypophosphatemia (Ultragenyx)
- Provided pediatric care to unaccompanied migrant children at the Long Beach Convention Center (CHOC/UCLA partnership)
Timeline
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics
Kaiser Permanente
04.2024 - Current
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care & Behavioral Pediatrics
OC Pediatrics Medical Group, Inc
01.2023 - 03.2024
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care
Southern Orange County Pediatric Associates
01.2022 - 12.2022
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Per Diem
PSF – Endocrinology
04.2021 - 10.2021
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care
Dr. Caliendo / Dr. Le – Celebrating Life Community Health Center
07.2019 - 11.2021
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Urgent Care
CHOC Medical Group (CMG)
05.2019 - 06.2021
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care & After Hours
South Coast Pediatrics
03.2019 - 07.2019
Registered Nurse
CHOC Children’s Hospital – Endocrinology Clinic
05.2011 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center – NICU
10.2004 - 05.2011
Registered Nurse
CHOC Hospital – NICU
08.2004 - 10.2004
Registered Nurse
Queen of the Valley Hospital – NICU
01.2002 - 08.2004
Fellowship - Essentials of Addiction Medicine
University of California, Irvine
Post-master’s Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas At Arlington
Fellowship - Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
University of California, Irvine
Master of Science in Nursing - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
California State University, Long Beach
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mt. San Antonio College