Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Summary: This position is responsible for assessing, diagnosing and treating the mental health needs of patients.

Cedar Point Health offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, AFLAC, employee life and accidental death insurance, 401k, CME, and Paid Time Off including sick time.

Responsibilities:

• Performs patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment plans in accordance with statutes and regulations.

• Documents patient information and care in EHR.

• Provides psychiatric health services, education, counseling and emotional support to patients and family members.

• Provides patient education regarding medication, risks, benefits and reasonable outcome expectations.

• Collaborates with Primary Care providers, physical therapist, social workers, case managers, and other staff involved in the patients care.

• Prescribes and monitors medications in accordance with treatment guidelines.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Current State License as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

• Knowledge of mental health and emotional disorders

• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing mental health assessments, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.

• Knowledge of diagnosing and treating mental health problems and developing care plans.

• Knowledge of medical records and documentation in a confidential manner.

• Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.

• Ability to develop and revise patient care plans based on patient status.

• Ability to make responsible decisions within the scope of practice.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians and other professionals on complicated cases.

• Ability to maintain quality control standards.

• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.

• Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.

Education: Masters of Science in Nursing, with a Psychiatric/Mental Health emphasis, from an accredited college or university

Experience: 1 year of clinical experience

Mental and Physical Requirements: Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting. This position requires a full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Must be able to use a variety of office equipment. May require working under stressful conditions.

Conditions: Normal office and exam room environment. The position requires the ability to work under pressure and with a diverse population, including staff, physicians, clients, patients, insurance companies, labs, hospitals, and other members of the public on a regular basis. The position may cause exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical environment.