Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), where you'll play a vital role in delivering comprehensive mental health care to diverse patient populations including victims and survivors of human trafficking. This energetic and impactful position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment dedicated to improving mental wellness through innovative treatment approaches. As a PMHNP, you will utilize your expertise to assess, diagnose, and manage psychiatric conditions, providing compassionate care that makes a real difference in patients' lives.

Duties

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, including patient history, mental status examinations, and diagnostic evaluations using EMR systems like Epic and eClinicalWorks.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans incorporating psychopharmacology, therapy, and other modalities such as Botulinum toxin treatment or esthetic laser treatments when applicable.
• Prescribe medications and monitor their effectiveness while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across inpatient, outpatient, telehealth, and community settings to coordinate care for patients with complex behavioral health needs.
• Engage in patient education and health coaching to promote mental wellness, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
• Participate in clinical research or quality improvement initiatives to advance behavioral health practices.
• Provide crisis intervention, triage services, and acute pain management for patients experiencing psychiatric emergencies or acute episodes.

Requirements

• Valid certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with current state licensure.
• Proven experience working with diverse populations, including children, geriatrics, individuals with developmental disabilities, or those in assisted living or nursing home environments.
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric medications, psychopharmacology, and diagnostic coding systems such as ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Experience utilizing EMR/EHR systems like Cerner or Athenahealth for accurate medical documentation and patient records management.
• Familiarity with telehealth platforms to deliver remote mental health services effectively.
• Critical care experience or hospital medicine background preferred; familiarity with trauma centers or emergency room settings is a plus.
• Skills in patient assessment, medication administration, IV infusion, sterile processing techniques, and physical examinations are highly valued.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams while demonstrating excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Join us in transforming mental health care through compassionate service and innovative practices! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the resources needed to excel in this vital role.

Pay: $135,000.00 - $167,278.77 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Atlantic County, NJ