Krystal Sobers, RN

Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Hospital
Lexington, KY 40202
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Krystal Sobers is a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner and travel nurse whose personal journey fuels her deep compassion and commitment to patient care. From her early years in foster care and experiences with homelessness, Krystal developed a profound understanding of hardship and resilience. These experiences now shape her approach to healthcare, allowing her to connect with patients on a deeply human level and provide empathetic, non-judgmental care that meets individuals where they are.

Krystal began her healthcare career as a certified nursing assistant in 2013 and has since gained diverse clinical experience across long-term care, cardiac, and orthopedic settings. She currently serves as a Registered Nurse at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky, while also practicing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), offering psychotherapy services at the Family Care Clinic in Richmond, Kentucky. Her dual roles reflect her commitment to both physical and mental health, ensuring comprehensive, patient-centered care.

A travel nurse with CHI Saint Joseph Health for three years, Krystal is recognized for her holistic approach, focusing not only on medical needs but also on emotional well-being, human connection, and meaningful patient experiences. She recently earned her master’s degree as a psychiatric nurse practitioner and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) to further expand her impact in the field of mental health care.

Throughout her career, Krystal has been honored for her acts of “humankindness,” including receiving the DAISY Award for exceptional patient-centered care. Whether arranging bedside celebrations for terminal patients or advocating for dignity and comfort in every stage of care, she consistently exemplifies empathy and compassion. Her long-term goal is to work as a telehealth therapist, increasing access to mental health services while continuing to serve with the same dedication and humanity that define her journey.

• LPN - BCTC
• RN - Galen College of Nursing
• BSN - Chamberlin
• MSN - Chamberlin
• DNP - Chamberlin (In Progress)

• PMHNP - BC
• LPN
• RN

• Daisy Award Recipient
• Human Kindness Award

• KNA
• Psychiatric Nurses Association
• ANA
• Sigma Theta Tau

Areas of Specialization/Expertise

  • Mental Health
  • Telehealth
  • Cardiac Step Down

Locations

St. Joseph Hospital

Lexington, KY 40202

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