JOINED CCHCI IN 2021

Why I Believe in the Mission of CCHCI

This organization was founded on the principle of bringing quality health care to even the most needy and vulnerable. While anyone can experience behavioral health difficulties, it is especially prevalent among those with the least access to essential resources. I love that Chiricahua can help bring these essential services to those who need it most.


JONATHAN’S BACKGROUND

I have long been fascinated by the mind and loved helping those with struggles with their mental health. I initially studied psychology, obtaining my bachelor’s degree in that field. However, I decided to change to nursing, figuring I would be able to better care for my family. In 2015, I joined the Behavioral Health Unit at Canyon Vista Medical Center, marrying my two fields. In 2016, I began pursuing further nursing education with the goal to become a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. In 2017, I became the director of the Behavioral Health Unit. In 2020, I completed my education, and in 2021, I obtained my license as an NP. In late 2021, I joined Chiricahua Community Health Centers, Inc.

More important than my career is my family. I love my wife and my five children more than anything else.


ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Walden University, November 2020

BOARD CERTIFICATION:
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan)

PRACTICE INTERESTS:
Adult and pediatric psychiatry, psychopharmacology, psychotherapy

PATIENTS SEEN (AGES):
All ages