Advanced Practice Nurse - PMHNP

Salary Negotiable

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Advanced Practice Nurse specializing as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. In this vital role, you will deliver expert mental health assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide comprehensive psychiatric care across diverse patient populations. Your expertise will help improve mental health outcomes through innovative approaches, patient-centered care, and collaborative practices. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing complex behavioral health challenges while working within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Duties

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including mental status examinations, medication reviews, and risk assessments for patients of all ages, including children and geriatrics.
• Develop, implement, and adjust personalized treatment plans incorporating psychotherapy, medication management, and other evidence-based interventions.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate holistic patient care.
• Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems such as ICaNotes to document assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately.
• Provide telehealth services to expand access to mental health care in various settings.
• Educate patients and their families on mental health conditions, medication administration—including injections—and self-care strategies to promote recovery and resilience.
• Assist in discharge planning for hospitalized patients with acute psychiatric needs or complex comorbidities such as substance use or chronic illnesses like dialysis or cardiology issues.
• Engage in quality improvement activities aligned with NCQA standards to enhance patient safety and care quality.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing with certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
• Valid state licensure and certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with prescriptive authority.
• Proven experience working with diverse populations including children, geriatrics, individuals with developmental disabilities, or those in assisted living or nursing home settings.
• Strong knowledge of behavioral health conditions such as depression, anxiety, dementia care—including Alzheimer's—and trauma-related disorders.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth or eClinicalWorks for documentation purposes.
• Experience with medication management including psychopharmacology and injections; knowledge of CPT coding for billing purposes is advantageous.
• Ability to perform comprehensive physical examinations and assessments related to mental health diagnoses.
• Skills in crisis intervention, triage procedures, acute pain management, sedation protocols like dermal fillers or esthetic laser treatments are a plus.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality and data security at all times.
• Critical care experience such as ICU or emergency room exposure is preferred; familiarity with hospital medicine or Level I Trauma Center protocols is beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills combined with a proactive approach to patient education and team collaboration. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to transforming mental health care through innovation, compassion, and excellence!

Work Location: In person