Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Overview

Provides general medical care and treatment to patients in medical facility such as clinic, health center, or public health agency, under direction of Physician, by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The PMHNP/APNP must work with a collaborating physician who would consult with the Independent Nurse Prescriber as indicated by either party. The APNP may practice within their areas of competence based upon education, training, experience and scope of license in accordance with clinic credentialing. 
• Must follow prescribing guidelines regarding Schedule I and Schedule II medications as described in WI Administrative Code Chapter N 8.
• Complies with all credentialing and reimbursement processes relevant to Mercyhealth billing and coding system.
• Individual one-on-one cases should always include a component of medication management.
• Psychotherapy is provided the therapist assigned to the patient. When indicated it may also be provided by the APNP, in conjunction with medication management.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.Graduate of an accredited masters of nursing program.Meets the requirements determined by the State of Wisconsin or Illinois to perform duties defined as those of a Nurse Practitioner.

Certification and Licensure

Hold valid RN license in state of practice.Hold valid APNP license in state of practice.(Home Health and Post Acute Care Only) -For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles:Maintain a valid driver's license.Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.For those driving their personal vehicles:Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy. 

Skills and AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal and-or communication skills.Analytical and interpretive skills.Special Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, taste, and smell. This position frequently requires close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The position occasionally requires distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. The position requires the employee to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 25 pounds of force frequently. 

Level of Supervision

Indirectly supervises other palliative care nursing or support staff.

Supervises

NA