Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Position: PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER (FT2)
GENERAL SUMMARY

Examines, diagnoses, and treats patients. Conducts psychiatric examinations. Prescribes and monitors client responses to psychotropic medications and other consumer/patient related services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

* Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations.

* Conducts psychiatric examinations and reviews collateral information of assigned patients in accordance with laws and best practices.

* Evaluates clients and makes decisions on medications for stabilization of symptoms.

* Provides education and counseling to clients.

* Completes physician's certificates or other documentation for involuntary treatment in accordance with applicable laws and the Mental Health Code.

* Conducts regular reviews and revisions of treatment plans and provides diagnosis on assigned patients as required by program and regulatory protocols.

* Manages supply and inventory of medication samples.

* Responds to emergencies and crisis situations. Orders and monitors emergency medications.

* Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

* Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited university and,

* Completion of an accredited Psychiatric Residency Program and have PMHNP designation of at least one (1) year of experience prescribing medications and working with clients with serious persistent mental illness.

* Experience in a psychiatric setting.

* Must have working knowledge of the principles of the development, implementation, and documentation of individualized care and treatment.

* Must have working knowledge of State and Federal laws and professional standards related to psychiatric treatment.

* Must have ability to evaluate patients, set up and carry out an effective course of treatment utilizing the expertise of other clinical personnel with a minimum of direction.

* Must have proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications and EMR systems.

Licenses or Certifications

* Current Texas RN Advanced Practice the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners, and U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Substance Registration Certificate.

* Completion of an accredited Psychiatric Residency Program and have PMHNP designation of at least one (1) year of experience prescribing medications and working with clients with serious persistent mental illness.

Other Requirements

* Must maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage, be able to travel as needed, and be able to meet on a consistent basis the driving record requirements of the Company's auto insurance carrier if you drive your vehicle during company business.

* Must maintain required credentials and mandatory training requirements to ensure compliance with all State regulations and CHCS policies.

* Must be able to meet the physical requirements to complete Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) and CPR training including lifting up to 12 lbs. and supporting up to 55 lbs.; bending, stooping and getting on and off the floor without assistance.

* Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) is a proven safe and harm-free method of behavior modification. All consumer-facing employees of CHCS must take NCI courses facilitated by the CHCS Training team within the first 45 days of employment.

* NCI is intended to support human service professionals in giving aggressive, disruptive, or out-of-control people the best care and welfare possible, even in the most violent situation.

* NCI training provides staff with the skills to safely recognize and respond to everyday crisis situations that may involve more challenging behaviors. It focuses on prevention and offers proven strategies for safely defusing…