What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position at Ridgewood Clinics PA?
Job Overview
We are seeking a patient and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team! In this vital role, you will provide expert psychiatric care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for patients across diverse settings. Your expertise will help improve mental health outcomes by delivering evidence-based interventions, prescribing medications, and collaborating closely with other healthcare professionals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while working in a supportive and innovative environment.
Duties
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including mental status examinations and patient history reviews, utilizing advanced clinical evaluation techniques.
- Prescribe and manage medications for mental health conditions in accordance with state regulations and collaborative practice agreements.
- Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating psychotherapy, medication management, and lifestyle modifications to optimize patient recovery.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare providers to coordinate holistic patient care.
- Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems document clinical encounters accurately and efficiently.
- Engage in patient education regarding mental health conditions, medication adherence, and coping strategies to empower self-management.
- Participate in telehealth consultations and outreach programs to extend mental health services to underserved populations across various settings including outpatient clinics, inpatient units, and assisted living facilities.
Skills
- Experience working with diverse patient populations including children, geriatrics, and individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia care needs.
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric medications, psychopharmacology, and medication administration protocols compliant with DEA regulations.
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems or similar platforms for seamless medical documentation.
- Understanding in utilizing diagnostic tools such as ICD coding (ICD-10), CPT coding for billing purposes, and understanding healthcare diagnosis standards.
- Ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams on discharge planning, case management, utilization review, and telehealth initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
If you’re passionate about advancing mental health care through innovative practices.........
If you are dedicated to making a positive impact on individuals’ well-being while fostering a collaborative team environment that supports your own growth.
Come on over and join us!!
All positions are paid roles committed to providing meaningful work that benefits both our staff and the communities we serve.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Parental leave
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000