Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Weekends

2w2 weeks ago

MindCare Solutions

Altoona, US · Contract · $130,000 – $170,000

About this role

MindCare Solutions is a premier provider of behavioral health services, seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our dynamic team on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will excel in delivering high-quality mental health services to patients in various settings, with a focus on acute and chronic child/adolescent psychiatric care.

This role involves conducting Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) and Inpatient (IP) consults, performing thorough psychiatric assessments, and developing individualized treatment plans including medication management and therapy options. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, including the Collaborating Psychiatrist, Mental Health Professionals, and HUB Coordinators, to ensure top-tier psychiatric care.

Our organization is committed to enhancing mental health care accessibility and efficacy through innovative solutions and strong partnerships, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care is delivered to improve community well-being. New PMHNP graduates are welcome to apply and grow within a supportive, evidence-based practice environment.

This weekend-focused role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in behavioral health while working with a premier provider that integrates advanced technology and exceptional providers into every care setting.

Requirements

Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in good standing
Experience in acute and chronic child/adolescent psychiatric care
Ability to conduct Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) and Inpatient (IP) consults
Strong collaboration skills with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Proficiency in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans
Commitment to maintaining accurate and timely medical records in compliance with regulatory standards
New PMHNP graduates are welcome to apply

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans for patients
Develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and therapy options
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure top-tier psychiatric care for residents
Prescribe and administer psychiatric medications as necessary
Conduct daily rounds in one designated hospital, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication
Respond promptly to consult requests from the Emergency Department and Inpatient units, offering expert psychiatric assessments and recommendations
Monitor and adjust medication regimens to optimize effectiveness and minimize side effects
Participate in one weekend shift per month and additional on-call shifts as needed, providing emergency psychiatric care and consultation