Sarah Ochoa
About Sarah Ochoa
Sarah Ochoa is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in pediatric nursing, having worked in various healthcare settings across Texas and Arkansas. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Arizona and currently practices at Pomelo Care.
Current Role at Pomelo Care
Sarah Ochoa serves as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at Pomelo Care, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she applies her extensive nursing experience and specialized training in pediatric care to support the health and well-being of children. Her responsibilities include conducting health assessments, developing care plans, and providing education to families.
Previous Nursing Experience
Prior to her current role, Sarah Ochoa gained diverse nursing experience across several healthcare institutions. She worked as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at CHAMPIONS PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she held various positions as a Registered Nurse at Tucson Medical Center, Northwest Health System, and Baylor Scott & White Health, accumulating significant experience in pediatric and general nursing.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Ochoa completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice with a focus on Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at the University of Arizona from 2017 to 2019. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, where she participated in the Honors Program. Her educational background is complemented by pre-nursing studies at Texas Tech University and Austin Community College.
Internship and Early Career
Sarah Ochoa began her career with internships that laid the foundation for her nursing practice. She interned at A+ Federal Credit Union from 2010 to 2013 and at Covenant Health System from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she served as an Honors Nursing Student at The University of Texas Medical Branch from 2014 to 2015, gaining valuable clinical experience early in her career.
Background and Training
Sarah Ochoa's background includes a solid educational foundation from Lake Travis High School, where she focused on Career Preparation. Her journey in nursing began with pre-nursing studies at Texas Tech University and Austin Community College, leading to her advanced degrees and specialization in pediatric care.