Kurt Vernon

Board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a strong foundation as an Emergency Department Registered Nurse. Skilled in comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and evidence-based treatment planning for diverse populations. Committed to providing compassionate, holistic mental health care with expertise in psychotherapy modalities, crisis intervention, and psychopharmacology to support clients in achieving stability and wellness.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Rejuven Health (December 2025 – Present)

Conduct psychiatric assessments, prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, psychotherapy and provide ongoing treatment for diverse mental health conditions using evidence-based practice in outpatient and telehealth environments.

Registered Nurse at Nuclear Care Partners (May 2025– Present)

As a Registered Nurse at Nuclear Care Partners, I provide skilled in-home nursing care, develop and implement individualized care plans, and document patient progress accurately. I collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care while maintaining compliance with DOL, CMS, and state regulatory standards.

RN Emergency Department at Henderson Hospital (04/2023 – 05/2025)

Provided rapid assessment, triage, and evidence-based care to patients with acute and complex conditions, collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams to stabilize and treat diverse populations in a fast-paced environment.

RN Emergency Department at Good Samaritan Hospital (02/2022 – 02/2023)

Provide rapid assessment, triage, and evidence-based care to patients with acute and complex conditions, collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams to stabilize and treat diverse populations in a fast-paced environment.

Acute Dialysis RN at Davita (04/2028– 02/2022)

As an Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse in the inpatient hospital setting, I provided skilled care to patients with acute and chronic renal failure, performing hemodialysis treatments at the bedside or in dedicated dialysis units, monitoring patient responses, managing access sites, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective treatment and patient education.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Practicum at Open Arms Counseling and Serenity Therapy and Wellness (11/2024 – 08/2025)

• Assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders across the lifespan, including medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Practicum at Open Arms Counseling (01/2025 –03/2025)

Provided individual and group psychotherapy using a variety of evidence-based modalities including CBT, EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, IFS, MRT, and Person-Centered approaches. Integrated Attachment Theory, Felt Sense Focusing, Polyvagal Theory, and coaching techniques to support clients' goals, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized treatment plans.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Practicum at Changing Minds Psychiatry (10/2024 – 12/2024)

• Assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders across the lifespan, including medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention.

Master of Science in Nursing in PMHNP – Chamberlain University (03/2023 – 08/2025)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Nursing – Southville International School and Colleges (04/2011 – 04/2025)