Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP

Position: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)/Physician Assistant Responsibilities: Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including medical history and mental status examinationsDiagnosis: Assist in diagnosing mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc.Treatment Planning: Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising psychiatristsMedication Management: Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, ensuring effective management of side effects and patient adherenceSpravato Assessment and Treatments: Conduct thorough evaluations to assess appropriateness for treatment as well as provide thorough education and patient expectations for care. Observation and Monitoring of patient vital signs in office. Ensure patient safety and effective management throughout the treatment process.IV Ketamine Assessment and Treatments (if applicable): Conduct thorough evaluations to assess appropriateness for treatment as well as provide thorough education and patient expectations for care. Observation and Monitoring of patient vital signs in office. Ensure patient safety and effective management throughout the treatment processTherapeutic Interventions: Provide psychotherapy and counseling to patients, employing evidence-based techniquesPatient Education: Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options available, and self-management strategiesTreatment Modalities: Maintain a thorough and comprehensive understanding of all treatment modalities offered are Relief to ensure individualized care and referrals, when deemed appropriateCollaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including Therapists/, Social Workers, Providers, Clinical Assistants and additional support staff to ensure comprehensive careDocumentation: Maintain accurate and timely patient records, documenting assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes. Complete and sign all treatment notes within 48 hours of the appointmentCrisis Intervention: Respond to psychiatric emergencies and provide crisis intervention as neededContinuing Education: Stay updated on advancements in psychiatric medicine and maintain required certificationsWork in tandem with the Psychiatrist/TMS Provider to conduct follow ups, motor threshold mapping, and evaluation of new patients for TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) Qualifications: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental HealthCurrent state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner and certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)Prior experience in psychiatric or mental health settings highly preferredStrong communication, interpersonal, and clinical skills; strong compassion and empathy for patients and their familiesAbility to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional in all interactionsKnowledge all health care regulations and confidentiality protocols, including HIPAAAbility to learn and maintain Electronic Health Record systemExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsEffective verbal and written communication skillsStrong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilitiesProficient in all Microsoft Office applications and Google Suite