What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Part Time) position at Cass County Health Department?
Summary:
The PMHNP works independently with patients, students, school staff, healthcare providers and healthcare team members to maintain an office that respects the dignity and worth of the individual and conveys an attitude of caring for patients and their physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. The PMHNP provides psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing treatment for patient’s served by the Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). The PMHNP works collaboratively within an integrated, team based care model to support continuity of care and improved patient outcomes. The PMHNP will work with patient in reaching personal health improvement goals. They must be able to quickly assimilate to the patient’s culture, environment and goals. Relationships based on trust, an understanding of the patient’s health benefits program and the local health care community is required. Strong collaborative skills are necessary in order to make the best use of all resources available to the patient.
The PMHNP will engage patients in personal health improvement, provide care coordination services and act as a resource and advocate for patient health care needs. The mid-level practitioner understands the health impact that can be made by managing chronic conditions and providing patient’s unencumbered access to care.
Part-Time Benefits offered include:
TBD based on hours worked
Salary Range:
$50-$70 per hour based on experience
Salary : $50 - $70