What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Locum Tenens Coverage position at Mental Health Association of Rochester?
Seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for an inpatient behavioral health facility.
- Responsibilities: Provide full-time inpatient psychiatric services including psychiatric evaluations and medication management for patients of all ages (children, adolescents, and adults). Manage a caseload of approximately 10-12 patients daily, working collaboratively with psychiatrists, RNs, and other support staff.
- Work Environment: On-site facility with a multidisciplinary team, supporting a wide range of mental health and substance use conditions. No call coverage required. Full-time day shift, totaling 40 hours per week.
- Qualifications & Skills: Prescriptive authority is required. The role involves treating inpatient psychiatric conditions across all age groups, with an emphasis on comprehensive evaluations and medication management.
- Key Duties: Conduct psychiatric assessments, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care within a collaborative setting. Handle variable patient census and length of stay.