What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) position at Vitality Counseling?
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Vitality Counseling has opened a second private practice mental health clinic in Starkville, MS!
Join our growing healthcare team as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), where you will play a vital role in delivering comprehensive mental health services.
Your expertise will help improve mental health outcomes by delivering evidence-based care in a collaborative environment that values innovation and patient-centered approaches.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges while working within a multidisciplinary healthcare setting.
Roles:
- Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments and physical examinations to evaluate mental health status and physiological factors affecting patient well-being.
- Prescribe and manage medications, including psychopharmacology treatments, adhering to DEA regulations and best practices.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals across disciplines to develop individualized treatment plans that incorporate therapy, medication management, and patient education.
- Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks to document patient encounters accurately and efficiently.
- Provide crisis intervention and triage services for patients experiencing acute psychiatric episodes or emergencies.
- Engage in telehealth consultations to expand access to mental health care for underserved populations.
- Participate in clinical research initiatives and quality improvement projects to enhance treatment outcomes and service delivery.
Qualifications
- You must already be board-certified for this current open position with valid state licensure.
- You are responsible for acquiring and maintaining a relationship with your required collaborator for the state of MS.
- Demonstrated experience working with behavioral health patients across age groups, including children, geriatrics, and individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Knowledge of psychopharmacology, including medication administration and drug interactions.
- Strong understanding of mental health diagnoses using ICD-10 coding standards and CPT coding for billing purposes.
- Experience working within collaborative practice agreements alongside physicians or other advanced practice providers.
- Excellent client communication skills with the ability to provide education on treatment plans and promote health coaching strategies.
Pay: $85,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Relocation assistance
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to meet with clients in Starkville, MS, at least 3 days a week?
Education:
- Master's (Required)
License/Certification:
- DEA/Controlled Substance prescriptive authority (Required)
- PMHNP credential/Nurse Practitioner license (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Starkville, MS 39759
Salary : $85,000 - $150,000