Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

N Street Village is seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled, and mission-driven Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join its multidisciplinary team in a full-time capacity. This role is critical to advancing the organization’s commitment to delivering trauma-informed, person-centered, and equitable care to women experiencing homelessness and behavioral health challenges.

The PMHNP will provide comprehensive psychiatric and nursing care to clients within the Low Barrier Shelter and Wellness Center by assessing physical and behavioral health needs, diagnosing and managing mental health conditions, developing individualized treatment plans, prescribing and monitoring medications, and delivering therapeutic support, education, and counseling.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, cultural humility, and a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding homelessness, trauma, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. This position plays an integral role in supporting client stability, promoting wellness, and helping women move toward healing, recovery, and long-term self-sufficiency.

KEY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Assessment and Diagnosis

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, including physical and mental health evaluations, to establish a baseline understanding of the client's condition.
• Utilize evidence-based assessment tools to accurately measure symptoms and functional impairment.
• Formulate accurate diagnoses based on assessment findings and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.

Clinical Interventions

• Facilitate individual counseling sessions, support groups, and educational workshops on fostering wellness
• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address the client's specific needs and symptoms
• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization for clients in distress
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and staff to ensure comprehensive care
• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for both staff and patients
• Promote a supportive and therapeutic atmosphere

Client Education

• Provide comprehensive education to clients regarding medication usage, potential side effects, and adherence strategies
• Address client concerns and questions related to medication management

Medication Prescription and Administration

• Prescribe appropriate psychiatric medications based on thorough assessments and clinical judgment
• Monitor client responses to medications, adjusting dosages or regimens as needed to optimize treatment outcomes
• Ensure accurate and safe administration of prescribed medications

Documentation

• Maintain comprehensive and accurate clinical records, including assessments, treatment plans, appointments, prescriptions, medications, and other relevant findings
• Adhere to all applicable federal and state legal and ethical standards for psychiatric nursing practice

Collaboration and Consultation

• Work closely with interdisciplinary team members (case managers, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals) to ensure integrated care
• Participate in case conferences and team meetings to discuss client progress, coordinate treatment plans, and make appropriate referrals to community resources
• Establish and maintain relationships with community partners to enhance service delivery and access to resources for clients
• Maintain confidentiality and tact in all interactions with clients and staff

Professional Development

• Stay current with best practices in psychiatric nursing and mental health care through ongoing professional development activities.
• Participate in continuing education opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

KEY AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Embodies and actively promotes the mission, vision, and values of N Street Village through daily practice and professional conduct.
• Safeguards client confidentiality and protected health information by maintaining strict compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and all applicable healthcare-related privacy and information security regulations
• Participates in continuous quality improvement, performance enhancement, and advocacy initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness and advance the agency’s mission.
• Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support operational needs and ensure continuity of care and services.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Formal Education,…