On-Site PMHNP - P/T

About the role

MindCare Solutions is a premier provider of behavioral health services, supporting hospitals, emergency departments, inpatient behavioral health units, long‑term care centers, correctional settings and various other clinical environments. The organization partners with healthcare entities to deliver evidence‑based care pathways, advanced technology, and exceptional providers, aiming to improve mental health care accessibility and efficacy.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) – Part‑Time position is a dedicated, compassionate role focused on acute and chronic psychiatric care across multiple settings, including rounding in one hospital, conducting Emergency Department (ED) and Inpatient (IP) consults, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for BHU/Med Surg patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and therapy options.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—including the collaborating psychiatrist, mental health professionals, and HUB coordinators—to ensure top‑tier psychiatric care for residents.
• 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.
• Provide 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.
• Participate in one weekend shift per month and additional on‑call shifts as needed, providing emergency psychiatric care and consultation.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health.
• Current and unrestricted PMHNP license in Texas.
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP‑BC).
• Minimum of 1 year of 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 registration in Texas.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Schedule

Part‑Time, flexible weekdays with one weekend shift per month and additional on‑call shifts as needed.

Location

On‑site.

Compensation

Negotiable.