Lateef Ajanaku-Makun, NP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Ajanaku-Makun Nurse Practitioner
1033664685Is Lateef Ajanaku-Makun, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
Lateef Ajanaku-Makun, NP has a trust score of 73/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Union. With 10 years of practice (above the local average of 6), 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 Ajanaku-Makun'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
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- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Union, NJ
Union has 137 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 6 years in practice, and 47 focused on psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. New Jersey nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the New Jersey Board of Nursing, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
10
Years practicing
6
Avg in Union
137
Nurse Practitioners in Union
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Ajanaku-Makun's license is active and unrestricted with the New Jersey 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 Lateef Ajanaku-Makun, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
Lateef Ajanaku-Makun, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1033664685) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the New Jersey Board of Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Lateef Ajanaku-Makun, NP?
Lateef Ajanaku-Makun, NP has approximately 10 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Union has about 6 years. There are 137 nurse practitioners in Union, including 47 with a psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner focus.
Where is Lateef Ajanaku-Makun, NP located?
Lateef Ajanaku-Makun, NP practices at Ajanaku-Makun Nurse Practitioner, 1577 RIDGEWAY ST, Union, NJ 07083. Phone: (973) 342-1160.
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 New Jersey Board of Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Ajanaku-Makun'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
- Male
- NPI Since
- 08/23/2016