Germaine Ephanga, RN
Germaine Ephanga, RN, is a dedicated community nurse and case manager based in the United States, specializing in care for adults with intellectual disabilities. Since 2019, she has worked with Hope Sound Incorporated, providing patient-centered support, medication-administration training for direct support staff, and advocacy for a population often overlooked in traditional healthcare settings. Her practice emphasizes continuity of care, long-term progress, and empowering patients rather than focusing solely on episodic hospital visits.
Germaine began her nursing career in 2015 in Cameroon, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing before relocating to the U.S. in 2018, where she passed the U.S. licensing examination. She initially gained experience working in nursing homes and hospital settings before transitioning into community-based case management, where she could focus on the unique needs of adults with intellectual disabilities. Her approach blends clinical expertise with compassion and advocacy, ensuring that patients receive consistent, respectful, and individualized care.
Committed to advancing her clinical knowledge, Germaine is currently in the final year of her Doctoral program as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University School of Nursing. She has been affiliated with professional organizations such as the American Psychiatric Nurses Association and the Disability Nurses Association, reflecting her dedication to specialized care and ongoing professional development in mental health and disability nursing.
• BSN from Cameroon
• (Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) at George Washington School of Nursing (final year in progress).
• BSN
• RN
• American Psychiatric Nurses Association
• Disability Nurses Association
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- intellectual disabilities
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
What I enjoy most about practicing medicine is the opportunity to advocate for individuals with intellectual disabilities, a population that is often overlooked in many care settings. These patients may not always be able to provide complete histories or fully communicate their needs, which makes tailored, patient-centered care essential. Meeting these challenges head-on keeps my work meaningful and pushes me to continually develop creative solutions that truly support their well-being.
I am also motivated by the opportunity to expand community-centered, long-term psychiatric and supportive services for this population. Exploring innovative care models and business approaches beyond traditional employment allows me to broaden my impact, ensuring that more individuals receive consistent, high-quality care that promotes independence, dignity, and overall health.