Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Under the Psychiatrist’s leadership, the PMHNP is responsible for conducting psychiatric evaluations and follow ups to children, adolescents, adults and/or families at B & T HEALTH’s Oak Ridge office location. The PMHNP can also see clients via Telehealth but MUST have a day or allotted time to see patients in this office additionally. This contractor/PMHNP is responsible for evaluating an individual to determine if their symptoms meet criteria for an Axis I diagnosis in accordance to the Diagnostic Manual Edition 5 and to determine the need for Medication. The principal functions of the position identified shall not be considered as a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations that may be inherent in the position.

TASKS:

• Provides a thorough psychiatric evaluation and medication management services of the client’s mental health/substance use condition in order to accurately and appropriately diagnosis an individual.
• Provides direct patient care services within the scope of their PMHNP License and assists with the overall medical quality management of the facility.
• Writes prescriptions for medications suitable to manage the presenting symptoms.
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of the Diagnostic Manual Edition 5/ (ICD-10).
• Reviews and responds to electronic and hand written mail, phone calls, and other correspondence timely (within 24 hours or next available business day).
• Complete required documentation, including progress notes, assessments, orders and prescriptions in a professional and timely manner.
• Works effectively with culturally diverse groups and individuals experiencing an exacerbation of either psychiatric, substance use and/or medical symptoms.

• Follows Agency’s policies and procedures.
• Other tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduated from an accredited PMHNP school recognized by the state of Tennessee and maintains compliance with State of Tennessee issued continuing education requirements.
• Licensed to practice as an PMHNP within the state of Tennessee.
• A minimum of two-year psychiatric experience in hospital based or outpatient medical practice setting.
• Has a Supervising Physician assigned to them.

LICENCES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Tennessee Driver License.
• Abuse registry and FDLE clearance.
• Active professional license to practice in the State of Tennessee.
• Must maintain a safe driving record with no more than 4 points on the Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• Current CPR certification.
• Credentialed on the insurance panels.

COMPETENCIES SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the Principles and Practices of the Discipline of Medicine by PMHNP’s.
• Adheres to the Associate for Healthcare Code of Ethics.
• Presents in a professional manner in the community, in person, on telephone and in written communication.
• Implements active listening skills.
• Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality.
• Implements knowledge of child development.
• Implements knowledge of various treatment modalities and interventions.
• Implements knowledge of child abuse and neglect laws.
• Displays crisis intervention skills and follows established procedures.
• Knowledge of Corporate Integrity & Compliance.

DOCUMENTING AND RECORDING:

• Entering, recording, storing or maintaining information in written or electronic format abiding by program requirements.
• Knowledge of English grammar and syntax.
• Computer literate and proficiency to internet, EMR systems, and email.
• Reports and documents incidents following established procedure.

PLANNING/ORGANIZING:

• Ability to prioritize and use time efficiently by developing realistic action plans.
• Ability to manage competing demands.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

ADAPTABILITY AND DEPENDABILITY:

• Ability to be flexible to changes. Ability to deal with change and/or unexpected events.
• Ability to be consistently available for clients.
• Ability to render compassionate care and equal commitment to serve others in need of assistance.
• Ability to report to work as scheduled, in a timely fashion, and with an attitude oriented toward service.