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Kristen Ames, NP

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Ames Nurse Practitioner

1762 KINGS RD, Vista, CA 92084(760) 560-62821 years practicing
50/100
NPI1316831845

Is Kristen Ames, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?

Kristen Ames, NP has a trust score of 50/100 — below average for Vista. Consider comparing with other providers nearby. At 1 years of practice, they are early in their career.

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 Ames's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

What is a acute care nurse practitioner?

Acute care NPs manage complex, acutely ill patients, often in hospitals and specialty settings.

When to see one: Typically in hospital or specialty inpatient settings.

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Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Nurse practitioners in Vista, CA

Vista has 146 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 12 years in practice. California nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the California Board of Registered Nursing, whose public record covers license status, board actions.

Peer Comparison

1

Years practicing

12

Avg in Vista

146

Nurse Practitioners in Vista

NP

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Ames'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 Kristen Ames, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?

Kristen Ames, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1316831845) 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 Kristen Ames, NP?

Kristen Ames, NP has approximately 1 year in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Vista has about 12 years. There are 146 nurse practitioners in Vista.

Where is Kristen Ames, NP located?

Kristen Ames, NP practices at Ames Nurse Practitioner, 1762 KINGS RD, Vista, CA 92084. Phone: (760) 560-6282.

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 Ames's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Credential
NP
Gender
Female
NPI Since
06/09/2025

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