Experience Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Pelham, AL)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Our team is dedicated to improving access to mental health care for those who need it most. With both inpatient and outpatient clinics across 9 states and over 30 facilities, we are a growing organization that believes every team member plays a vital role in the patient journey. We provide competitive compensation, aggressive benefits, and cultivate a culture of growth and collaboration, allowing you to have a hand in shaping our evolving services. If you are passionate about mental health and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our team and help drive positive change in our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse with specialized training in diagnosing and treating various health conditions. Functioning with a high degree of autonomy, the NP conducts comprehensive patient assessments, develops and implements individualized care plans, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans for acute and chronic psychiatric disorders.

• Obtain comprehensive psychiatric histories and perform focused physical assessments; assess risk (suicide, violence, medical), order and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests, and manage follow-up appointments.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with clinic policy, formulary, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Consult with psychiatrists and other physicians on complex cases that exceed scope of practice.
• Document all clinical encounters, assessments, treatment plans, medication changes, and case presentations accurately in the medical record.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate patient- and family-centered mental health education focused on illness management, relapse prevention, and wellness promotion.
• Coordinate care and maintain clear communication with primary care providers, therapists, social workers, and other health professionals to ensure integrated, effective care.
• Provide clinical consultation and mentorship to nursing and clinic staff to support quality improvement and professional development.
• Provide psychotherapy and medication management, monitor treatment progress toward goals, educate patients on therapy and medications, and adjust interventions as needed.
• Ensure patient and staff safety and regulatory compliance by enforcing clinic policies, accreditation and payer requirements, participating in utilization review, and remaining available for urgent clinical situations.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned by leadership.
• Attendance at scheduled work shifts is an essential function of this role.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Must possess a minimum of a Master of Science in Nursing. Those six years are composed of a 4-year undergraduate nursing program followed by a 2-year nurse practitioner master's program that includes psychiatric nursing. Must have or pursuing a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Prior experience in providing mental health counseling services within a clinical setting Must possess a State License to practice Nursing and it must be in good standing. Must possess the knowledge base in health promotion maintenance, advanced pathophysiology, advanced health assessment and pharmacology for advanced practice nurses. Must possess the following concepts: individual and family psychotherapy, psychiatric-mental health nursing across the lifespan, advanced assessment in psychiatric-mental health nursing and psychopharmacology.