Child/Adolescent Telehealth PMHNP - P/T or F/T

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans or patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and therapy options.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure top tier Psychiatric care for residents, including the Collaborating Psychiatrist, Mental Health Professionals, and HUB Coordinators.
• Prescribe and administer psychiatric medications as necessary.
• Conduct daily rounds in one designated hospital, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication with the healthcare team.
• Respond promptly to consult requests from the Emergency Department and Inpatient units, offering expert psychiatric assessments and recommendations.
• Monitor and adjust medication regimens to optimize effectiveness and minimize side effects.
• Implement therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of psychiatric conditions.
• Offer education and support to residents and their families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options.
• Promote mental health awareness and wellness among residents.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Ensure timely and thorough documentation of all assessments and interventions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance mental health care services within the facility.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to identify areas for improvement and implement changes.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health.
• Current and unrestricted PMHNP license in the state of PA.
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience as a PMHNP, preferably in a hospital or acute care setting.
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Active and unrestricted DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration).