Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerUnder supervision of the Psychiatrist, the PMHNP assesses, diagnoses, and treats adult individuals with psychiatric disorders, including prescribing medications and providing psychotherapy.Key Responsibilities Include:Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments across the lifespanDiagnose and manage a range of psychiatric disorders, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and schizophreniaPrescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications in accordance with evidence-based guidelinesProvide individual and family psychotherapy as indicated, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic modalitiesCollaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, and social workers, to ensure coordinated careEducate patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, medication management, and wellness strategiesMaintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in electronic health records (EHR)Monitor medication adherence, side effects, and therapeutic outcomesOrder, interpret, and review laboratory tests related to necessary treatmentAdvocate for patients' mental health needs within healthcare systems and the communityEnsure accuracy and compliance with required policies and proceduresEnsure compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory standards applicable to the respective scope of practiceParticipate in crisis intervention, risk assessment, and stabilization efforts to ensure patient safetyRequired Qualifications:Completion of Board Certification such as Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC™)Licensed to practice as Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with prescriptive authority and three (3) to five (5) years of related experience is preferred.Basic Life Support Certification.Successful Candidates Will Possess:Advanced knowledge of psychiatric disorders and psychopharmacologyExpertise in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and risk evaluationAbility to develop and manage evidence-based treatment plansProficiency in prescribing and monitoring psychotropic medicationsSkills in individual and family psychotherapy using evidence-based modalitiesStrong therapeutic communication and patient education skillsEffective collaboration within interdisciplinary healthcare teamsCompetence in crisis intervention and stabilizationEthical, culturally competent, and trauma-informed practiceProficiency in electronic health record (EHR) documentation