Hello, my name is Angel Jackson. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), board-certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). My nursing career began with my Associate’s degree from the Baptist School of Health Professions, followed by a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Texas Arlington. As much as I loved helping patients with their physical conditions, helping those with psychological and behavioral needs felt more like a personal calling. Therefore, I pursued my Master’s in Nursing as a PMHNP from Wilkes University.
How I Can Help
My role as a PMHNP is to support my patients’ mental health journey with personalized plans that are specific to their needs. This begins by conducting a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation in which a plan of action is developed, which can include psychotherapy, medication management if warranted, and co-management of care with other practitioners of the Mind Works interdisciplinary team. I am a strong advocate of educating patients and their caregivers about their diagnosis and care plan as often as needed. In addition, if I don’t know an answer, I will find it, and deliver a prompt, evidence-based response.
More About Me
My work-life balance is achieved by doing family activities with my husband and son. You can usually hear me before you see me at some youth sports event cheering for my son or relaxing at home watching a historic period drama. I love to travel and collect stamps in my passport, as well. My truth is the more we experience the diverse cultures of the world, the greater our ability to empathize and have compassion for each other, while increasing one’s self-awareness and perspectives on life.
