rporch@sdccd.edu

Office Hours:
Varies; 7:00 to 3:00 P.M.

Office Phone:
(619) 388-3811

Office Number:
T-321

Professional Background:

• 1978 Grossmont LVN Program
• 1993 San Diego City College Associate Degree Nursing Program
• 2002 BSN Program California State University, Dominguez Hills
• 2005 MSN Nurse Educator California State University, Dominguez Hills
• 2002, 2007 ANCC Certification Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse

Classes:
Therapeutic Interactions in Nursing, NE 101
Psychosocial Nursing, NE 203
Transition to the Registered Nurse Role, NE 205

Experience:
After years of Medical/Surgical bedside Nursing, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to move into the area of psychiatric nursing. I worked in an inpatient psychiatric unit in San Diego from 1981 to 2002 as a Charge Nurse, Addictive Behavior Coordinator, and Team Leader. I now work still as a Psychiatric Liaison consultant in the emergency departments and floors of the Scripps Healthcare System. My focus is on assessment and crisis management.

Advocate:
I am a passionate advocate for the psychiatrically ill client. I am honored to be able to educate student RN's to understand, respect, and have compassion for the mentally ill. I also love the rich and rewarding profession of nursing and have the opportunity to pass on this passion to new nurses.

Last Updated: 04/16/2009