Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Northpoint Recovery Holdings, LLC began in 2009 as Ashwood Outpatient and launched the Northpoint platform in 2015. Now celebrating 10 years of growth, Northpoint is a leading behavioral healthcare provider offering evidence-based treatment for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders, as well as mental health treatment for adolescents. Operating under an in-network, commercial insurance model, Northpoint has grown from two facilities to seventeen across the Western U.S. through de novo expansion. Guided by core values of humility, heart, inspiration, and conviction, our mission is saving lives and restoring relationships by helping people regain their lives with empathy and respect.
About the role
As a key member of the Northpoint team, the Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider will provide consultation, medical, and administrative direction to subordinate medical and support staff in inpatient and outpatient settings. This role involves direct patient care, including diagnostic assessment, preventative and educational services, and medication evaluation and management, in accordance with best practices, industry standards, and state and federal laws. The provider will collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to deliver optimal care and engage in extensive internal and external communication.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced medical and psychiatric services consistent with professional ethical guidelines and Northpoint policies and procedures.
- Conduct health assessments, psychiatric evaluations, and medical exams of patients with known or foreseen health problems.
- Perform medication evaluation, initiation, and short-term management of prescribed medications.
- Order and interpret lab tests for patients prior to and/or during prescription management.
- Consult with physicians and providers regarding ongoing medical care, maintenance, and disease prevention.
- Engage in case management and patient education.
- Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors, and communicate significant observations to the multidisciplinary team.
- Document patient care and behavior as required by policies and procedures.
- Participate in patient treatment planning and implementation under the direction of the Medical Director.
- Utilize de-escalation skills when exposed to volatile patients to maintain safety.
- Consult with the multidisciplinary treatment team in developing treatment and discharge plans.
- Comply with all laws, regulations, and scope of licensure.
- Monitor patients on an ongoing basis to assess needs and facilitate medical treatment and interventions.
- Document medical assessments, diagnoses, progress notes, and treatment planning items in a timely manner.
- Maintain professional boundaries with patients at all times.
- Oversee and participate in quality assurance and compliance activities of the facility.
- Provide medical updates to utilization review and managed care representatives to coordinate reimbursement.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality in accordance with established standards.
- Perform other medically appropriate services and special projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Nursing with a specialty from an accredited program.
- Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the state where services are rendered, with prescriptive privileges.
- Valid DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate.
- Valid National Provider Identification (NPI) number.
- Current and nationally accredited CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
- Knowledge of computer and electronic medical records systems (KIPU).
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience required; preferably with one (1) year of inpatient residential experience.
- Ability to work with a diverse population and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain strong personal boundaries and build rapport with patients.
- Understanding and adherence to the ethical standards of the respective licensure governing board.
Skills
- Excellent organizational abilities.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Patient service orientation (both internal and external).
- Creative and persistent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle confidential material reliably.
- Strong interpersonal skills for sensitive situations.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Schedule
Sunday-Wednesday or Sunday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Pay
$70 - $95 per hour, plus shift differential.
Benefits
- Subsidized health insurance coverage for employee, spouse, and dependents.
- 100% employer-paid basic life insurance equal to 1x annual salary, up to $100,000.
- 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.
- Voluntary dental, vision, short-term disability, supplemental life & AD&D, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- Pre-tax savings accounts for all IRS-allowable medical and dependent care expenses.
- Generous paid time off plan.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- 401K retirement plan with employer match.