PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER

Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerThe Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMH-NP) provides compassionate, supportive, patient focused psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults in an outpatient setting per an integrated model of care for patients of Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D). The PHM-NP is expected to work in collaboration with LCH&D primary care providers (including those who provide Medication Assisted Treatment), behavioral health providers, and other LCH&D staff. The PMH-NP will refer to external providers and treatment facilities, as appropriate, when patient needs exceed LCH&D services. At LCH&D, in the spirit of teamwork, the PMH-NP is expected to respond timely to consultative requests, or other requests for input and expertise, from primary care or behavioral health providers. From time to time, the PHM-NP may be requested to conduct administrative chart reviews, during work time, of psychotropic prescribing practices among primary care providers for development purposes.Essential FunctionsReview patient's medical history.Elicit relevant information from patient regarding current and prior psychiatric conditions.Elicit relevant information from patient regarding their lifestyle and behavior.Elicit relevant information regarding family medical and mental health history.Perform psychiatric evaluation and routine checkups and screenings.Prescribe, direct, and/or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, behavioral, or substance use disorders.Monitor medication management of patients evaluated and referred by the Behavioral Health Team.Provide appropriate psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults.Collaborate with the legal guardian of minorsMonitor and teach patients the use of medications according to best practices.Refer patients to specialty care if needed for complex medical conditions.Provides psychiatric information and collaborates with primary care providers.Collaborate appropriately with providers and behavioral health team.Participate in Peer Review.Education and Certification RequirementsMasters of Science in Nursing with Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Practice Certification required.Must be board certified in area of practice.Must have BLS certification.Must hold an active DEA Licensure.Must be licensed in the State of Ohio and meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging.Must maintain appropriate continuing education requirements as established by State Board of Medical Examiners.Skill and Experience RequirementsA minimum of one year of experience in a non-profit community healthcare or outpatient environment is preferred.Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to Lorain County Health & Dentistry i.e. NextGen, EPM, EHR, etc.Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change.Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor and communicate enthusiastically with patients.Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population.Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach.Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks.Ability to work cooperatively with others.Must have valid driver's license and satisfactory driving recordBilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.Physical DemandsFine and gross motor skills will be frequently employed.Some lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs.75% walking or standing, 25% sitting at a desk.Category I re: exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases.BenefitsNational Health Service Corps & Nurse Corps Loan Repayment EligibilityPublic Service Loan Forgiveness EligibilityPaid HolidaysGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Health, Dental, and Vision InsurancePrescription CoverageEmployer Paid Life InsuranceEmployer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability401(k) Retirement Plan, with employer matchGiving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to adhering to employment practices in accordance with the EEOC.LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io