Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat residents in the long-term care facility setting
• Develop personalized treatment plans for residents with mood disorders, thought disorders, and substance use disorders
• Serve as a leader in a multidisciplinary team to enhance residents’ overall well-being
• Conduct thorough behavioral health assessments and evaluations
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Prescribe and manage appropriate medications and therapies tailored to the long-term care setting
• Provide counseling and support to residents and their families
• Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
• Educate residents and staff about behavioral health conditions and available resources

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric nursing
• Graduation from a state-certified advance practice program specializing in psychiatry/mental health
• At least 1-2 years of direct clinic care experience in behavioral health
• Proficiency in working with both adult and geriatric populations
• Specialty NP experience in Behavioral Health
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous experience in psychiatric nursing before transitioning to NP
• Dedication to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development
• Must have a certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in Psychiatric Mental Health (PMH) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
• Must have an unrestricted license to practice as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) in the state of Ohio
• Must have a valid DEA number and unrestricted DEA license in Ohio
• Must have a state-issued Controlled Substance Registration (CSR) in Ohio
• Must be registered with the state Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) in Ohio where direct services will be provided
• No suspension/exclusion/debarment from participation in federal health care programs (e.g. Medicare, Medicaid, SCHIP)
• Maintain credentials and licensure with all major insurance companies and licensing boards with the assistance of Provident credentialing staff
• Experience in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care
• Proficiency in documenting and navigating electronic health records (EHR) independently
• Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality
• Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary team
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general and professional documents
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Ability to foster teamwork; train and direct the work of team members and colleagues
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work productively and make independent decisions

Demonstrates expertise in assessing, diagnosing, and treating residents in long-term care settings, with a focus on developing personalized treatment plans for mood disorders, thought disorders, and substance use disorders. Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance resident well-being and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

• Master’s Or Doctorate Degree In Nursing
• Certification By The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) In Psychiatric Mental Health (PMHNP)
• Unrestricted License To Practice As An APRN In Ohio
• Experience In Behavioral Health
• Proficiency In Electronic Health Records (EHR)

• Behavioral Health Assessment
• Treatment Plan Development
• Medication Management
• Counseling
• Patient-Centered Care
• Documentation Skills
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Geriatric Care
• Adult Care
• Psychiatric Nursing

• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Teamwork
• Decision-Making

• American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Certification
• DEA License
• Controlled Substance Registration (CSR)

• Long-Term Care
• Multidisciplinary Team
• Behavioral Health
• Mental Health
• Patient Confidentiality

• Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP)