Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Summary

Part-time, .6 FTE | Monday-Friday | Between the hours of 7:00 am -5:00 pm

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMH-NP) functions under the clinical supervision of licensed physicians, provides diagnostic and therapeutic health care to patients in Skilled Nursing, Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living environments, in our Richland Center and Wisconsin Dells service areas.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to adult and geriatric patient populations across a variety of clinical and care settings.
• Manage an average daily caseload of approximately 16 patients , with travel between multiple facility locations as needed.
• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including assessment of mental health status, cognitive functioning, and presenting concerns.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a range of psychiatric conditions, behavioral health concerns, and dementia-related disorders .
• Establish and clearly document appropriate medical and psychiatric diagnoses based on clinical findings, history, and assessment.
• Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic laboratory and radiologic testing when clinically indicated to support evaluation and treatment.
• Develop, implement, and regularly evaluate individualized, evidence-based plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Prescribe and manage medications in accordance with clinical guidelines, patient needs, and applicable standards of care.
• Collaborate closely with the supervising physician and interdisciplinary team, incorporating clinical guidance and feedback to support high-quality patient outcomes.
• Participate actively in collaborative clinical meetings, case discussions, and care coordination activities .
• Maintain timely, accurate, and comprehensive clinical documentation and billing in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Apply sound clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills when navigating complex, urgent, and emergent patient situations, while appropriately following established protocols and adapting interventions to meet individual patient needs.
• Promote continuity of care through effective communication and coordination with facility staff, healthcare providers, patients, and families.
• Maintain a professional, patient-centered approach while working across multiple facilities and adapting to varied clinical environments.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of patient care and organizational needs.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted licensure as a Nurse Practitioner

• Active DEA registration and current BLS certification.
• Demonstrated experience conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations in accordance with established standards of care.

• Proven ability to develop individualized psychiatric treatment plans and provide thoughtful, evidence-based medication management.
• Strong clinical judgment, assessment skills, and a patient-centered approach to care.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a strong commitment to team-based, high-quality patient care.
• Adaptability and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, evolving, and high-growth healthcare environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, clinical excellence, and creating a positive experience for every patient.

Preferred Attributes

• Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with current, unrestricted licensure.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to inspire collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with patients, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organization and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive, solutions-oriented mindset and a genuine willingness to step in, take initiative, and help the team succeed.
• Adaptability, professionalism, and a can-do attitude in an evolving and high-growth work environment.

Benefits

401(k) & Employer Contribution | Employer paid Life Insurance | Predictable schedule | PTO | Quarterly RVU bonuses | General Liability and Professional Liability insurance coverage

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Oak Medical SC empowers healthcare professionals working in specialty hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and senior living communities through robust administrative support so they can concentrate on providing the best possible care.

Since 2016, our physicians, advanced practice, and specialty providers, deliver onsite services alongside a care team focused on timely, dignified, and compassionate care. We do this through a value driven framework of safe and exceptional patient care, accountability, kindness, mentorship, excellence, and dedication