Cara Hamilton, NP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Hamilton Nurse Practitioner
1841732021Is Cara Hamilton, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Cara Hamilton, NP has a trust score of 73/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Renton. With 10 years of practice (above the local average of 9), they have solid experience.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Hamilton's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a psych/mental health nurse practitioner?
Psychiatric-mental health NPs (PMHNPs) diagnose and treat mental health conditions, including medication management and therapy.
When to see one: For depression, anxiety, ADHD, or psychiatric medication management.
More about psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioners →Trust Verification
- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Renton, WA
Renton has 198 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 9 years in practice, and 25 focused on psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. Washington nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission, whose public record covers license status, discipline, legal actions.
Peer Comparison
10
Years practicing
9
Avg in Renton
198
Nurse Practitioners in Renton
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Hamilton's license is active and unrestricted with the Washington board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cara Hamilton, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Cara Hamilton, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1841732021) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Cara Hamilton, NP?
Cara Hamilton, NP has approximately 10 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Renton has about 9 years. There are 198 nurse practitioners in Renton, including 25 with a psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Cara Hamilton, NP located?
Cara Hamilton, NP practices at Hamilton Nurse Practitioner, 221 WELLS AVE S, Renton, WA 98057. Phone: (509) 475-3398.
Related reading
Choosing a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
PMHNPs are a growing option for mental-health medication management.
Can Nurse Practitioners Prescribe Medication?
In most states NPs can prescribe, including many controlled substances.
How to Verify an NP's License
Confirming an active license and clean record is a smart first step.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission, whose official record verifies license status, discipline, legal actions. Check Hamilton's current standing at the source:
Look up on the state boardWe link to the official board rather than republishing discipline records, so you always see the most current, authoritative status.
Quick Facts
- Focus
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Female
- NPI Since
- 11/05/2016