Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children, adolescents, and families.
• Diagnose mental health conditions using DSM-5 criteria.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications.
• Congduct follow-ups to assess effectiveness, side effects, and progress.
• Educate clients and families on medication use and adherence.
• Provide individual, family, and/or group psychotherapy.
• Utilize evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Support clients in building coping strategies and emotional regulation skills.
• Work closely with clinicians, social workers, case managers, and other providers.
• Participate in treatment planning meetings and case consultations.
• Provide guidance to staff on psychiatric and medication-related concerns.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety planning for high-risk clients.
• Provide psychiatric support during crisis situations.
• Collaborate with families to develop crisis management strategies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with DPH regulations, agency policies, and billing standards.
• Stay current with state and federal guidelines.
• Provide training and consultation to staff on psychiatric topics and best practices.
• Support professional development within the clinical team.
• Engage in community outreach and represent the organization as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing (required)
• Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
• DEA Registration
• CANS Certification
• 5–10 years of related clinical experience
• Valid driver’s license (Class C or D)