Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Axess Family Services, Inc.

Warren, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Oct, 26

Salary

185000.0

Posted On

07 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychiatric Evaluation, Medication Management, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Treatment Planning, Psychopharmacology, Patient Assessment, Interpersonal Communication, Clinical Documentation, Crisis Intervention, Family Therapy, Group Therapy

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description SUMMARY: Assess, diagnose and treat patients with mental health conditions, including providing therapy, prescribing medications and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care. SUPERVISOR: Medical Director or Designee DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessment and Diagnosis: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments to identify mental health conditions. Review patient history, conduct mental status exams and utilize diagnostic tools. Treatment Planning and Implementation: Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and diagnoses. Implement evidence-based therapies and interventions, including medication management. Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, as appropriate and within scope of practice. Therapeutic Interventions: Provide individual, group and family therapy sessions. Utilize various therapeutic modalities, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy. Medication Management: Monitor patient(s) responses to medication and adjust dosages as needed. Educate patient(s) and families about medications and potential side effects. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care. Communicate effectively with patients, families and other team members. Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes. Adhere to HIPAA guidelines Adhere to governing bodies not limited to HRSA, OMAS and COA requirements. Education and Outreach: Provide education and support to patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options. Participate in community outreach and mental health awareness initiatives. Other Duties: Involvement in research, quality improvement projects, and policy development related to mental health care. May provide consultation services to other healthcare providers. Other duties as assigned Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing (PMHNP) Experience in mental health settings Knowledge of mental health disorders, psychopharmacology, and therapeutic interventions. Strong interpersonal, clinical, and communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team. LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: State of Ohio APRN Licensure PMHNP Certification - Eligible Valid Driver’s License Current DEA Registration COMPLIANCE: This position requires compliance with AFS's written standards, including its Compliance Program and Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures. Such compliance will be an element considered as part of the regular performance evaluation. Failure to comply with AFS's Written Standards, which may include the failure to report any conduct or event that potentially violates legal or compliance requirements or AFS's Written Standards or, for managers and supervisors, fails to detect non-compliant conduct where reasonable efforts would have resulted in detection, will be met by the enforcement of disciplinary action, up to and including possible termination, in accordance with AFS's Compliance Program Policy and Procedure: Addressing Instances of Non-Compliance through Appropriate Disciplinary Actions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, and use hands to finger handle or feel; to talk; or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to frequently lift up to 25 pounds. The employee may occasionally be required to lift 25 to 50 pounds; however, this is not essential; duties may be shifted to accommodate lifting restrictions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less). The employee will occasionally be working near moving mechanical parts, be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and exposed to a risk of electrical shock while running the copier, printer, other standard equipment and answering the telephone. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate. Stress level can be high at times. Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with mental health conditions through therapy and medication management. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure comprehensive care and maintain accurate patient records.