KARYN SPRINKLE, PMHNP-BC, PMH-C

Dedicated nursing professional with over 20 years of expertise in psychiatric and mental health services, focused on delivering transformative patient care. Proficient in comprehensive patient assessments, accurate diagnoses, and effective therapeutic interventions, utilizing both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches. Thrives in collaborative environments and adapts to evolving healthcare needs while consistently achieving measurable results. Exceptional communication skills, deep empathy, and strong critical thinking abilities enhance patient outcomes and foster a supportive care atmosphere.

• The Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)- Member
• The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)- Member
• American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry- Member
• Perinatal Resource Collaborative- Founding member
• Postpartum Support International (PSI) California Chapter Board Member. Frontline Provider Chair
• Specialized Coordinator Perinatal Substance Use Disorder Postpartum Support International
• Inland Empire Opioid Crisis Coalition- Member
• Nurses United Against Human Trafficking- Member
• Volunteers in Medicine- Street Medicine Volunteer

• Direct Patient Care
• Clinical Instruction
• Policy Implementation
• Patient and Family Advocacy
• Educator and Speaker

• Perinatal Bereavement Certificate Program Training
• Prenatal Opioid Use Disorder Program Training
• Certified Perinatal Mental Health Provider (PMH-C)
• ACLS/BLS, NRP, CPI, Advanced Fetal Monitoring
• Certified SMART Recovery Facilitator
• DEA MOUD Training
• California Nurse Practitioner License and Furnishing Number
• DEA License

Created and Manage the following programs at Desert Regional Medical Center:

Perinatal Mental Health Team

Perinatal Substance Use Disorder Program

Bereavement Team