Shibi Reji Varghese

Systems-oriented and compassionate provider with advanced training in psychopharmacology, therapeutic communication, and evidence-based care. Skilled in translating complex clinical insights into clear, actionable treatment plans. Committed to holistic, equitable mental health across the lifespan, grounded in NONPF competencies and interdisciplinary collaboration. Passionate about advocacy, mentorship, and policy-driven reform.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Whole Health PLLC

(2025-12)

Currently employed as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at Whole Health PLLC since December 2025. In this role, I provide comprehensive psychiatric care to patients enrolled in Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP). I manage patients diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder with manic episodes, major depressive disorder, substance use disorders, and anxiety disorders.

• Conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, performing mental status examinations, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans
• Prescribing and monitoring psychotropic medications, providing medication education
• Assessing treatment effectiveness, monitoring for adverse effects, and making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response and clinical guidelines
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary treatment teams, participating in case conferences, providing crisis intervention when needed
• Ensuring accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Providing patient and family education, promoting medication adherence, and supporting recovery-oriented and evidence-based care

CVRN - Memorial Hermann Hospital - Houston, TX

(2018-01)

• Manage post-CABG, heart catheterization, TAVR, and aneurysm repair patients
• Skilled in handling CVVHP, Impella, balloon pump, and Arctic Sun
• Monitor critical patients and interpret EKG, manage cardiac drips and lines

Critical Care Nurse - Hackensack Meridian Health Palisades

(2011-01 - 2018-12)

• Provided care for ventilated, post-surgical, cardiac, and trauma patients
• Delivered education and emotional support to families in ICU settings

Staff Nurse - New Medical Center Hospital - Dubai, UAE

(2005-01 - 2009-12)

• Treated acute medical-surgical patients, managed cases like MI, stroke, and CHF
• Administered critical medications and monitored vital parameters

Staff Nurse - Wadia Institute of Cardiology - Maharashtra, India

(2002-01 - 2004-12)

Delivered 1:1 post-op cardiac ICU care for complex surgical patients

Master's in nursing - Nursing - Walden University (2025)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Karnataka, India (2002)