Carlos Escobar II

Involved in early-stage development and support of a next-generation community framework (“the Community Standard")

Practiced as an autonomous Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing comprehensive outpatient psychiatric care within full PMHNP scope.

Evaluated and treated ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD-spectrum conditions, trauma-related disorders, and co-occurring substance use disorders.

Independently prescribed, initiated, and adjusted psychotropic medications, including controlled substances, in accordance with Tennessee regulations and DEA standards.

Performed comprehensive clinical reviews and assessments of assigned member populations, ensuring accurate, complete, and compliant documentation.

Identified, evaluated, and documented active and historical medical conditions in alignment with CMS/DHHS guidelines and payer-specific risk adjustment and quality requirements.

Provided advanced nurse practitioner services focused on complex, high-risk patient populations with multiple chronic and co-occurring medical and behavioral health conditions.

Primary Contract Placements:

Helen Ross McNabb Center – Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU)

• Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including mental status examinations and collateral collection, to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

JourneyPure Addiction Rehabilitation

• Performed initial medical and nursing assessments for individuals undergoing Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), medical detox, medically monitored detox, and residential treatment.

Additional Contract Placements:

• Knox Rehabilitation Hospital: Supported brain injury and neurological rehabilitation, addressing physical, cognitive, and behavioral recovery needs.

• Serene Manor Medical Center: Provided nursing support for individuals with chronic psychiatric conditions using a recovery-oriented approach.

• Dean Hill Place / Westmoreland / Story Point: Supported care teams serving residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related conditions, including staff support and resident-centered care.