Basilisa Pacheco, APN

“I began my career in the ICU and saw patients in their sickest moments. Now I’m driven to help patients stay out of the hospital through preventive care and outpatient services.”

Basilisa Pacheco, APN, is a board-certified adult nurse practitioner specializing in pulmonary care at St. Joseph’s Health. With a clinical foundation rooted in intensive care, she brings deep experience and compassion to patients managing chronic respiratory conditions. Her personal experience with asthma gives her a unique perspective and a profound understanding of the challenges her patients face.

Basilisa is committed to preventive care and long-term patient relationships, offering support that extends beyond the exam room. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from UMDNJ-School of Nursing.