Education

DNP with Specialization in Psychiatric and Mental Health (University of Massachusetts
Global, Marybelle & S. Paul Musco School of Nursing, Irvine, CA)
Doctor of Medicine (De La Salle University of Medicine, Philippines)
MSN-FNP (Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Los Angeles, CA)
BA Psychology (University of California Irvine, Irvine, CA)

Bio

Dr. Elynita N. Arella serves as an adjunct faculty member in the School of Nursing.
She is a board-certified nurse practitioner with expertise in family and primary health
care, as well as hospice and palliative care.

Dr. Arella is a dedicated and compassionate clinician who brings extensive experience
delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across diverse healthcare settings.
Currently practicing at Luis M. Blando MD Inc. in Port Hueneme, CA, she provides
comprehensive assessments, performs detailed physical examinations, interprets
diagnostic studies, and initiates evidence-based therapeutic interventions for patients
with both acute and chronic conditions.

Her commitment to coordinated, holistic care is evident in her collaboration with
interdisciplinary teams and community agencies. Dr. Arella’s previous roles include
serving Veterans at Loyal Source – VA Disability, where she conducted comprehensive
disability examinations and offered objective medical evaluations, and leading care
transitions as an Outpatient/Community Case Manager with Regal Medical Group.

Earlier in her career, she honed her skills as a hospice case manager, emphasizing
patient advocacy, education, and support for patients and families. Skilled in chronic
disease management, patient education, and quality improvement, Dr. Arella excels at
fostering trust and empowering patients to achieve optimal health outcomes.

Subject Matter Expertise

Health Systems and Nursing Informatics for APRN
Primary Care of Adult and Elderly, and Family

Scholarly Presentation

Western Institute of Nursing, 2017 WIN Conference: Denver, CO- Public Health
Partnership: Engaging Nursing Students to Protect the Vulnerable