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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. 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.
Abides by all safety/risk, infection control and other guidelines as required within JCAHO standards of practice
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.

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.

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