Carlos Escobar II

Leads development of evidence-informed solutions integrating clinical insight, public health principles, and community partnerships.

Founded a Tennessee-based community organization focused on addressing social determinants of health through housing stability, recovery support, and community-based intervention.

Supports individuals and families through coordinated access to housing, recovery resources, employment pathways, and supportive services.

Oversees acquisition and development of residential properties to support stable, recovery-oriented living environments.

Works collaboratively with local organizations, providers, and community stakeholders across Tennessee to strengthen continuity of care and long-term outcomes.

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

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.

Managed medication titration, monitoring, side-effect mitigation, and risk assessment using evidence-based psychopharmacology.

Applied independent clinical judgment in complex, high-risk psychiatric presentations.

Provided longitudinal medication management through in-person and telehealth visits, ensuring continuity of care and treatment adherence.

Conducted detailed initial psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments, including structured screening and rating scales (PHQ-9, GAD-7, ADHD assessments, OCD symptom measures, and substance use screenings).

Collaborated with collaborating physician, therapists, primary care providers, and interdisciplinary team members while retaining primary responsibility for psychiatric diagnosis and medication management.

Delivered patient education, obtained informed consent, and maintained compliant clinical documentation.

Participated in development of community referral pathways and professional partnerships to expand access to psychiatric services.

Maintained high patient satisfaction (98%) while fostering strong professional relationships with clinical staff, referral partners, and community organizations through clear communication and ethical care delivery.

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.

Addressed and closed gaps in care through clinical assessment, patient education, and coordination with primary care providers and specialty services.

Supported continuity of care through clear, timely communication with primary care providers, health plans, and interdisciplinary care teams.

Recognized emergent and urgent clinical situations, escalating appropriately and facilitating timely intervention in accordance with professional standards and ethical practice.

Applied clinical judgment to support care planning, follow-up recommendations, and appropriate utilization of healthcare resources.

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.

• Delivered crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies, providing immediate clinical support and patient education during psychiatric emergencies.

• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, supporting medication management and therapeutic interventions.

• Coordinated transfers to inpatient psychiatric facilities and community-based referrals, ensuring continuity of care and accurate documentation of services.

JourneyPure Addiction Rehabilitation

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

• Supported crisis response, admissions, and discharge planning in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient safety and recovery outcomes.

• Delivered direct patient care including medication administration, clinical monitoring, treatments, and assistance with diagnostic procedures.

• Maintained accurate clinical documentation in compliance with licensure, regulatory, funder, and agency standards.

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.