Dr. Shatika James, DNP, FNP-BC, CEN

Full Bio

Born in Connecticut to Jamaican immigrant parents and raised in the Bronx, N.Y., Dr. Shatika James grew up witnessing firsthand how the failures of the healthcare system disproportionately affected underserved and marginalized communities. These early experiences ignited a lifelong commitment to improving healthcare delivery and outcomes — not just through clinical excellence, but by addressing the whole person and delivering care that is timely, compassionate, and trustworthy.

Dr. James is a Doctor of Nursing Practice, ANCC Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, and Board-Certified Emergency Nurse approaching two decades of combined nursing, clinical leadership, and quality engineering experience. Her career spans obesity medicine, metabolic health, hematology, oncology, emergency/critical care, internal medicine, chemotherapy, and other infusion therapies.

In her clinical practice, Dr. James has consistently driven measurable improvements in patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction. Her work integrates precision in diagnosis and treatment with a deep respect for the human experience of illness, especially in populations facing systemic barriers to care.

Before founding Omni Health NP, Dr. James served in roles that demanded advanced clinical judgment, rapid decision-making, and coordinated interdisciplinary care — from the fast-paced emergency departments of Montefiore Medical Center to specialized hematology/oncology and sickle cell clinics, palliative care units, and oncology infusion suites. Her expertise is matched by her dedication to advocacy, patient education, and culturally competent care.

Omni Health NP reflects Dr. James’ vision to transform healthcare by making it more personal, accessible, and holistic. She believes in empowering patients with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to take an active role in their health, while holding herself and her team to the highest standards of clinical excellence.

Beyond her practice, Dr. James has contributed to national medical education, presenting at the American Association of Nurse Practitioners conference, and producing educational media such as Injustice, Quality of Life, and Coping with Sickle Cell Disease in the Healthcare System, a training resource for healthcare providers. Her professional activities also include quality improvement initiatives, publishing articles in her areas of expertise, and mentorship in leading educational institutions.

Our Mission & Vision

Dr. James’ mission is grounded in the relentless pursuit of excellence — delivering care that treats more than symptoms, honors dignity, and creates lasting change in health outcomes. Her vision extends beyond state and national boundaries: to inspire, innovate, and impact global health by promoting access, equity, and trust in healthcare systems everywhere.