Marisela Tellez, LPN

Marisela Tellez, LPN, is an experienced nurse specializing in mental health care, with nearly three years of hands-on nursing experience. She currently works the night shift in a mental health setting, where she provides essential support to patients with complex medication regimens and behavioral needs. Over the past year, she has brought consistency, compassion, and strong clinical expertise to this specialized role. Her calm presence and dedication are especially valuable during overnight hours, when patients depend on attentive, knowledgeable care.

Marisela began her nursing career in geriatrics, where she developed a strong foundation in patient-centered care and learned the importance of treating the whole person rather than isolated symptoms. This early experience shaped her professional philosophy and prepared her for the transition into mental health nursing—a field that requires both advanced clinical skill and deep emotional intelligence to effectively support patients and their families.

Her commitment to mental health advocacy is deeply personal. The loss of her brother to mental health challenges inspired her to pursue nursing and continues to guide her professional mission. She is particularly passionate about fentanyl poisoning awareness and mental health education, recognizing the urgent need for informed care, prevention efforts, and community outreach amid the growing mental health and substance use crisis.

Looking ahead, Marisela aspires to expand her impact by becoming a nurse practitioner. In this role, she plans to further strengthen her ability to diagnose, treat, and advocate for individuals across the mental health spectrum. Through continued education and clinical growth, she remains dedicated to providing holistic, compassionate care to patients and families navigating mental health challenges.

• College of Saint Mary

• LPN

• Mental health awareness campaigns