Tina Occhiuto, MSN, APRN, CCRC, ANCC, is a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in dermatology with extensive experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of skin diseases, as well as performing biopsies and skin cancer screenings. Tina is passionate about helping patients achieve healthy skin through a holistic approach to dermatologic care and overall wellness.
Her formal education and training include:
- Rockland Community College (Suffern, NY) – AAS, Nursing
- Dominican College (Blauvelt, NY) – BS, Nursing
- Seton Hall University (South Orange, NJ) – MS, Nursing, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)
Tina has provided care as an advanced practice nurse in dermatology since 2008 and previously held advanced clinical and research roles in cardiology, critical care, and clinical trials at academic and hospital-based institutions, including the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), Good Samaritan Hospital, and Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC), a Magnet-recognized facility.
A registered nurse (RN) in New Jersey and New York, Tina is also board-certified as an acute care advanced practice registered nurse (APRN-BC) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Additionally, she is a certified clinical research coordinator (CCRC) with advanced certifications in cardiac and critical care.
In her spare time, Tina finds balance and joy in an active, mindful lifestyle. She loves hiking, traveling, and spending time with her family, friends, and her two rescue dogs. You can often find her walking in the park, teaching yoga, or practicing meditation and mindfulness.