Carl O’Quin, MSN, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 22 years of nursing experience across inpatient psy-chiatry, correctional healthcare, dialysis, infusion therapy, and home health. He began his career as a registered nurse, developing a strong foundation in both psychiatric and medical care while working with acute and underserved popula-tions. His background in high-acuity and correctional settings informs a practical, patient-centered approach that emphasizes safety, consistency, and respect.