What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position at Kahak DC?
A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner is trained to care for patients with mental health issues across the lifespan. Nurse practitioners are qualified in assessment, diagnosis, planning and evaluation, often providing some of the same services as medical doctors.
Job Summary:
The psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner role includes a series of steps in patient care such as:
- Carry out examinations and mental health assessments
- Diagnose psychiatric illness
- Educate the patient or family
- Prescribe a treatment plan, including medications
- Lead psychotherapy sessions
- Coordinate services for other healthcare components
Qualifications/ Licenses Required:
- CRNP- PMH (Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health )
- APRN - PMH ( Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Psychiatric Mental Health)
- DEA
- Control Substance License
Note: Must be licensed to provide services in Washington, DC
Salary : $80
