I'm currently a student in Walden University's PMHNP DNP program. I'm searching for a PMHNP to precept me for my upcoming clinical rotation in psychotherapy beginning May 26th. For this practicum I'm required to complete 160 hours over the course of 10 weeks. I must see patients across the life span in individual, family, and group sessions. To meet the required 160 hours, I am looking to complete 2 8-hour clinical days per week. If a singular preceptor is unable to meet all of the requirements, I am permitted to utilize multiple preceptors for the practicum. My preceptor must provide psychotherapy as a primary form of treatment as I cannot count time spent with medication management towards my hours. I'm located in Greensburg, PA and am licensed to practice in PA and WV. 

I have over 5 years of experience practicing as an RN in the specialty of psychiatric mental health. The majority of my experience comes from working on inpatient adult units through various hospitals. I'm currently employed through Westmoreland Behavioral Health and have completed 2 clinicals (in leadership and psychopathology/diagnostic reasoning) thus far in my program. In spring of 2024 I also became certified in motivational interviewing, which I used to create a staff education program for the nurses at my job as a focus of my DNP project. My days and times of availability are flexible. I just ask that I complete the 2 clinical days per week on consecutive days as I am a night shifter. If you have the availability to precept me, or suggestions for practices/practitioners I should reach out to, I would love to hear from you!

Thank you for your consideration,

Rachel Nardi