PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMH-NP) provides compassionate, supportive, patient focused psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults in an outpatient setting per an integrated model of care for patients of Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D). The PHM-NP is expected to work in collaboration with LCH&D primary care providers (including those who provide Medication Assisted Treatment), behavioral health providers, and other LCH&D staff. The PMH-NP will refer to external providers and treatment facilities, as appropriate, when patient needs exceed LCH&D services. At LCH&D, in the spirit of teamwork, the PMH-NP is expected to respond timely to consultative requests, or other requests for input and expertise, from primary care or behavioral health providers. From time to time, the PHM-NP may be requested to conduct administrative chart reviews, during work time, of psychotropic prescribing practices among primary care providers for development purposes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Review patient’s medical history. - Elicit relevant information from patient regarding current and prior psychiatric conditions. - Elicit relevant information from patient regarding their lifestyle and behavior. - Elicit relevant information regarding family medical and mental health history. - Perform psychiatric evaluation and routine checkups and screenings. - Prescribe, direct, and/or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, behavioral, or substance use disorders. - Monitor medication management of patients evaluated and referred by the Behavioral Health Team. - Provide appropriate psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults. - Collaborate with the legal guardian of minors. - Monitor and teach patients the use of medications according to best practices. - Refer patients to specialty care if needed for complex medical conditions. - Provides psychiatric information and collaborates with primary care providers. - Collaborate appropriately with providers and behavioral health team. - Participate in Peer Review.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

- Masters of Science in Nursing with Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Practice Certification required. - Must be board certified in area of practice. - Must have BLS certification. - Must hold an active DEA Licensure. - Must be licensed in the State of Ohio and meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging. - Must maintain appropriate continuing education requirements as established by State Board of Medical Examiners.

Skill and Experience Requirements

- A minimum of one year of experience in a non-profit community healthcare or outpatient environment is preferred. - Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to Lorain County Health & Dentistry i.e. NextGen, EPM, EHR, etc. - Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change. - Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor and communicate enthusiastically with patients. - Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population. - Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach. - Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks. - Ability to work cooperatively with others. - Must have valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. - Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

- Fine and gross motor skills will be frequently employed. - Some lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs. - 75% walking or standing, 25% sitting at a desk. - Category I re: exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases.

BENEFITS

- National Health Service Corps & Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Eligibility - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility - Paid Holidays - Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Prescription Coverage - Employer Paid Life Insurance - Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability - 401(k) Retirement Plan, with employer match - Giving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve. - Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to adhering to employment practices in accordance with the EEOC. LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department at careers@lorainhealth-dentistry.org