Kelechi Alagwu

Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 7+ years of acute care nursing experience. Expertise in psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and evidence-based treatment of mental health disorders across the lifespan. Strong background in high-acuity hospital settings with proven ability to manage complex patients, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and deliver patient-centered care.

Registered Nurse - Kaiser Permanente

(2020-01)

• Monitored cardiac rhythms and managed high-acuity telemetry patients
• Conducted comprehensive assessments and implemented care plans
• Administered medications and responded to emergencies
• Educated patients and families on treatment and discharge planning
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

Registered Nurse - Good Samaritan Hospital

(2019-01)

• Provided care for cardiac and pulmonary patients with complex conditions
• Delivered patient education and discharge planning
• Maintained accurate EMR documentation
• Supported patients' emotional and psychological needs

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Student - Multiple Clinical Sites

Clinical Sites: Psychiatry at Newport | Exxceed Wellness | ACE Health & Wellness

• Performed comprehensive psychiatric evaluations across lifespan
• Diagnosed mental health disorders using DSM-5-TR criteria
• Developed individualized treatment plans including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies
• Managed psychotropic medications under supervision
• Provided supportive therapy and patient education
• Collaborated with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary teams

Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Walden University (2024-12)