Dorothy Orlando, NP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Orlando Nurse Practitioner
1235574054Is Dorothy Orlando, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Dorothy Orlando, NP has a trust score of 79/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Atascadero. With 13 years of practice (above the local average of 11), 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 Orlando'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 Atascadero, CA
Atascadero has 52 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 11 years in practice, and 11 focused on psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. California nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the California Board of Registered Nursing, whose public record covers license status, board actions.
Peer Comparison
13
Years practicing
11
Avg in Atascadero
52
Nurse Practitioners in Atascadero
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Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Orlando's license is active and unrestricted with the California 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 Dorothy Orlando, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Dorothy Orlando, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1235574054) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the California Board of Registered Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Dorothy Orlando, NP?
Dorothy Orlando, NP has approximately 13 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Atascadero has about 11 years. There are 52 nurse practitioners in Atascadero, including 11 with a psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Dorothy Orlando, NP located?
Dorothy Orlando, NP practices at Orlando Nurse Practitioner, 10333 EL CAMINO REAL, Atascadero, CA 93422. Phone: (805) 468-2000.
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 California Board of Registered Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, board actions. Check Orlando'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
- 05/07/2013