EZINNE KALU
Pleasanton
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) graduate with strong clinical training in outpatient, inpatient, and community mental health settings. Skilled in diagnostic assessment, psychopharmacology, and evidence-based psychotherapy. Dedicated to promoting patient-centered care, improving access to mental health services, and collaborating within interdisciplinary teams. Seeking to begin practice as a PMHNP in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
Kaiser Permanente
01.2022 - Current
- Provide nursing care to patients in psychiatric and medical-surgical units, including those with acute psychiatric crises and complex medical needs.
- Administer medications, monitor therapeutic responses, and provide patient/family education.
- Conduct crisis interventions, suicide risk assessments, and de-escalation in high-acuity environments.
- Partner with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic care and safe discharge planning.
- Psychiatric & Medical-Surgical Units
PMHNP Clinical Practicum
Vista Psychiatry
01.2024 - 2025
- Conducted psychiatric evaluations and biopsychosocial assessments across lifespan populations.
- Managed patients with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, ADHD, and substance use disorders.
- Collaborated with attending psychiatrists, therapists, and case managers to implement evidence-based treatment plans.
- Applied psychotherapeutic interventions (CBT, supportive therapy, motivational interviewing) alongside psychopharmacology.
- Documented encounters in EPIC, ensuring accuracy and compliance with clinical standards.
Registered Nurse (RN)
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered care to diverse med-surg patients, including post-operative, chronic illness, and acute conditions.
- Performed assessments, implemented physician orders, and provided education for recovery and disease management.
- Assisted with discharge planning and patient transitions to home or specialty care.
- Medical-Surgical Unit
Residential Mental Health Care Associate
ALOHA Residential Facility
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Supported adults with developmental and psychiatric disabilities in a community-based group home.
- Assisted with ADLs, behavioral management, and medication reminders under supervision.
- Promoted independence, socialization, and community integration through structured daily routines.
- Ensured a safe, therapeutic environment while fostering rapport and trust.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Samuel Merritt University
Oakland, CA08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goldfarb School of Nursing
St. Louis, MO08.2021
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment & diagnosis
- Psychopharmacology & medication management
- Crisis intervention & suicide risk assessment
- Therapeutic communication & psychotherapy techniques
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- EHR documentation (Epic,etc)
- Patient education & advocacy
- Behavioral health care
- Depression treatment
- Suicide risk assessment
- Group therapy
- Family therapy
Certification
- ANCC Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification (PMHNP-BC), 2025
- Registered Nurse (RN), California License — Active
- BLS & ACLS Certified — American Heart Association
Timeline
PMHNP Clinical Practicum
Vista Psychiatry
01.2024 - 2025
Registered Nurse (RN)
Kaiser Permanente
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN)
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
Residential Mental Health Care Associate
ALOHA Residential Facility
01.2020 - 01.2020
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Samuel Merritt University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goldfarb School of Nursing