I believe families are essential members of the care team, and I value partnering closely with patients and caregivers throughout rehabilitation. My approach focuses on the individualized goals that matter most to each child and family, while supporting their quality of life and long-term success.
About Bianca E. Roman, PNP
Bianca Roman, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, is a pediatric nurse practitioner in the department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Phoenix Children's. Bianca works most often with patients who need inpatient rehabilitation and also supports outpatient care for infants, children and young adults.
Her clinical interests include functional neurologic disorder (FND), cancer rehabilitation, neurorehabilitation and acquired brain injury, as well as spasticity and tone management, including the use of botulinum toxin injections. She is passionate about helping children improve function, maximize independence and participate more fully in the activities that are meaningful to them.
Bianca earned her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona, and her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona. She is credentialed by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board and is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and the Functional Neurologic Disorder Society.
Prior to her role in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Bianca worked as a hematology/oncology and bone marrow transplant nurse and later as an oncology nurse practitioner. She began practicing at Phoenix Children's in 2012 and serves as chair of the Advanced Practice Provider Committee for Service and Community Engagement.
Outside of work, Bianca enjoys traveling, reading and spending time in nature.
Medical School / Education
(BSN) Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
(DNP) University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)
Professional Affiliations
Member, Functional Neurologic Disorder Society
Member, National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
