Rosa M. Roche, PhD, APRN, PPCNP-BC
Rosa Roche is a board-certified primary care pediatric nurse practitioner within the Department of Psychiatry at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. She is a three-time alumna of Florida International University in Miami, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing, master’s degree in nursing and a doctorate degree in nursing. Ms. Roche has a strong commitment to research, along with a passion for evidence-based outcomes and community engagement. Her clinical interests include the physical and mental well-being of children who have lost a sibling and children who have a chronic illness.
Rosa Roche is a member of several organizations such as Sigma Theta Tau, the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) and Florida Nurses Association. She has a passion for community engagement and has volunteered countless hours to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Ventilator Assisted Childrens Center and serves as a clinical director for the Special Olympics.
Mrs. Roche is employed by Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialist (NCPS), the multispecialty medical group practice of Nicklaus Children’s Health System.