Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Position: PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
Hours:

Full-time (Monday-Friday)

Location:

Onsite

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMH-NP) provides compassionate, supportive, patient focused psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults in an outpatient setting per an integrated model of care for patients of Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D). The PHM-NP is expected to work in collaboration with LCH&D primary care providers (including those who provide Medication Assisted Treatment), behavioral health providers, and other LCH&D staff.

The PMH-NP will refer to external providers and treatment facilities, as appropriate, when patient needs exceed LCH&D services. At LCH&D, in the spirit of teamwork, the PMH-NP is expected to respond timely to consultative requests, or other requests for input and expertise, from primary care or behavioral health providers. From time to time, the PHM-NP may be requested to conduct administrative chart reviews, during work time, of psychotropic prescribing practices among primary care providers for development purposes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Review patient's medical history.

* Elicit relevant information from patient regarding current and prior psychiatric conditions.

* Elicit relevant information from patient regarding their lifestyle and behavior.

* Elicit relevant information regarding family medical and mental health history.

* Perform psychiatric evaluation and routine checkups and screenings.

* Prescribe, direct, and/or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, behavioral, or substance use disorders.

* Monitor medication management of patients evaluated and referred by the Behavioral Health Team.

* Provide appropriate psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults.

* Collaborate with the legal guardian of minors

* Monitor and teach patients the use of medications according to best practices.

* Refer patients to specialty care if needed for complex medical conditions.

* Provides psychiatric information and collaborates with primary care providers.

* Collaborate appropriately with providers and behavioral health team.

* Participate in Peer Review.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

* Masters of Science in Nursing with Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Practice Certification required.

* Must be board certified in area of practice.

* Must have BLS certification.

* Must hold an active DEA Licensure.

* Must be licensed in the State of Ohio and meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging.

* Must maintain appropriate continuing education requirements as established by State Board of Medical Examiners.

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

* A minimum of one year of experience in a non-profit community healthcare or outpatient environment is preferred.

* Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to Lorain County Health & Dentistry i.e. Next Gen, EPM, EHR, etc.

* Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change.

* Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor and communicate enthusiastically with patients.

* Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population.

* Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach.

* Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks.

* Ability to work cooperatively with others.

* Must have valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

* Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

* Fine and gross motor skills will be frequently employed.

* Some lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs.

* 75% walking or standing, 25% sitting at a desk.

* Category I re: exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases.

BENEFITS

* National Health Service Corps & Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Eligibility

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

* Paid Holidays

* Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

* Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

* Prescription Coverage

* Employer Paid Life Insurance

* Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability

* 401(k) Retirement Plan, with employer match

* Giving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to adhering to employment practices in accordance with the EEOC.

LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).