Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Overview

• Provide psychiatric care as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner within a multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and treatments aligned with patient needs and conditions.
• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery.
• Document patient care in electronic medical records ensuring compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide holistic patient care.
• Maintain knowledge of current mental health laws and ethical standards.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform psychiatric assessments and diagnose mental health disorders.
• Develop and implement effective treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Prescribe and manage medications ensuring patient safety and efficacy.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Ensure accurate documentation in electronic health records systems.
• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions and treatments.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to care planning discussions.
• Adhere to regulatory standards and ethical practices in psychiatric care.

Job Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing with Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification.
• Active RN license and DEA registration within the state of practice.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in psychiatric settings preferred.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and healthcare technology.
• Knowledge of ICD methodology and behavioral health standards.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and team collaboration skills.
• Commitment to providing patient-centered, high-quality psychiatric care.
• Flexibility, problem-solving, and crisis management capabilities.