Geriatric PMHNP — Home Health Mental Health Specialist

Well Youth and Family Health Services; Laughlin (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Well Youth and Family Health Services seeks a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join our Laughlin team onsite. This full-time role focuses on geriatric mental health and home-based care to help patients age in place.

The successful candidate will conduct assessments, provide psychotherapy, manage medications, and collaborate with home health agencies. A master's in nursing and a NP license are required, with at least three years in geriatric mental health preferred.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner and an active state nursing license are required.
• A Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution is essential for this role.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in psychiatric or mental health nursing, with a focus on geriatrics preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing psychiatric conditions and familiarity with therapeutic modalities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, essential for working effectively with patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments to diagnose and treat geriatric psychiatric conditions.
• Deliver individual, group, and family counseling sessions at home.
• Provide psychotherapy and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Manage patient medications with safety and protocol adherence.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant electronic medical records and confidentiality.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to plan care for high-risk patients.
• Partner with home health agencies and labs to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-management strategies.
• Respond promptly to inquiries with clear explanations.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Well Youth and Family Health Services seeks a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join our Laughlin team onsite. This full-time role focuses on geriatric mental health and home-based care to help patients age in place.

The successful candidate will conduct assessments, provide psychotherapy, manage medications, and collaborate with home health agencies. A master's in nursing and a NP license are required, with at least three years in geriatric mental health preferred.