Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary mental health team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric care, including assessments, medication management, and therapy, to diverse patient populations across outpatient settings. Your expertise will help improve mental health outcomes and promote well-being through evidence-based practices and innovative treatment approaches. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Duties

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including patient history, mental status examinations, and diagnostic assessments utilizing clinical research methods.
• Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating psychopharmacology, behavioral health strategies, and telehealth experience to ensure holistic patient care.
• Manage medication administration, including injections such as botulinum toxin treatment when applicable, and monitor patient responses for efficacy and safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients with complex needs such as geriatrics, dementia care, or behavioral health issues.
• Provide patient education on medication adherence, lifestyle modifications, and coping skills while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards.
• Participate in discharge planning, utilization review, and case management activities to optimize patient outcomes across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Engage in clinical research initiatives or quality improvement projects related to acute pain management, infectious disease care, or other specialized areas as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Nurse Practitioner license with certification in psychiatry or mental health nursing; experience with psychopharmacology is essential.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks; experience with Athenahealth is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, ICD coding (including ICD-10), CPT coding, and diagnostic evaluation techniques.
• Experience working with diverse populations including children (pediatrics), seniors (geriatrics), individuals with developmental disabilities or memory care needs.
• Ability to perform physical examinations, vital signs assessment, specimen collection/processing, and basic life support procedures confidently.
• Excellent communication skills for triage assessments, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration; commitment to HIPAA compliance is mandatory. Join us in delivering exceptional mental health services through innovative practices and compassionate care!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour

Work Location: In person