Nurse Practitioner

POSITION SUMMARY:

As an Advanced Practice Provider, you will operate independently or as part of a small team to deliver high-quality mental health care services. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in providing comprehensive and patient-centered care, emphasizing mental health and wellness.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Masters’ or Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing. High school diploma required.

Experience: Experience working in substance use is preferred but not required.

Licensure: Current licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP or PMHNP-BC).

Additional Requirements: A thorough knowledge of The Joint Commission, OSHA, CMS, DHS, State Regulations, and Federal Regulatory Standards. Complete TB testing, Drug Screening, and Background check upon being hired.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Assessment:

· Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic interviews.

· Evaluate patients for mental health disorders, substance use, and any co-occurring conditions.

Diagnosis and Treatment Planning:

· Formulate accurate psychiatric diagnoses based on clinical assessments and diagnostic criteria.

· Develop personalized treatment plans, incorporating evidence-based interventions, therapy, and medication management.

Therapeutic Interventions:

· Provide individual and possibly group therapy sessions using a range of therapeutic modalities.

· Offer psychoeducation to clients about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.

Medication Management:

· Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.

· Monitor medication efficacy, side effects, and overall treatment progress.

Business Development:

· Partner with Business Development to attend networking events and create marketing resources for the community.

Note: The essential job functions of this position are not limited to the duties listed above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Strong understanding of mental health issues, treatment modalities, and healthcare systems.

2. Ability to analyze situations, evaluate data, and recommend/implement courses of action that would improve the functioning of systems/processes they are involved in.

3. Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.

4. Ability to use good judgment and keep information confidential.

5. Ability to react calmly and effectively in an emergency.

6. Ability to effectively prioritize tasks.

7. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

8. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and crisis management skills.

9. Commitment to ethical standards, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND SPECIAL DEMANDS

1. Ability to reach above and below the waist, turn, twist, and manipulate small tools (copier, computer, telephone, typewriter, calculator, safe, facsimile machine).

2. Ability to see well enough to read handwritten and typewritten material.

3. Ability to handle a variety of repetitive tasks at a moderate level.

4. Available to work varied hours (i.e. evenings, weekends) as required, may be on call as needed.

5. Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks under deadlines and with short notice.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND OTHER WORK AIDES:

THIS SECTION DESCRIBES THOSE MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND OTHER WORK AIDES AN EMPLOYEE IN THIS POSITION MUST BE ABLE TO USE.

1. Computer.

2. Microsoft Office.

3. Electronic Medical Records.

4. Copy machine.

5. Policies, procedures, plans, programs, and manuals.