PMHNP: Innovative Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Relief Mental Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Relief Mental Health in Rockford, IL seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our clinical team. You will conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, diagnose conditions, and collaborate with supervising psychiatrists to develop individualized treatment plans.

You will prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, participate in Spravato and IV Ketamine programs, provide psychotherapy, educate patients and families, and coordinate care with therapists, social workers and staff.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health.
• Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner and PMHNP-BC certification.
• Experience in psychiatric or mental health settings preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and clinical skills; compassionate care.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and confidentiality protocols.
• Ability to learn and use Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and medical history assessments.
• Diagnose mental health conditions (e.g., depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder).
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with supervising psychiatrists.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications; manage side effects and adherence.
• Assess suitability for Spravato and IV Ketamine treatments; provide education and monitoring.
• Provide psychotherapy and counseling using evidence-based techniques.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, options, and self-management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and complete notes within 48 hours.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies with crisis intervention as needed.
• Engage in continuing education to stay current in psychiatry.
• Coordinate follow-ups and evaluations related to TMS.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

HIPAA knowledge

EHR proficiency

Problem-solving

Time management

Multitasking

MS Office

Google Suite

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing (Psychiatric Mental Health)

Tools

EHR systems

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

Relief Mental Health in Rockford, IL seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our clinical team. You will conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, diagnose conditions, and collaborate with supervising psychiatrists to develop individualized treatment plans.

You will prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, participate in Spravato and IV Ketamine programs, provide psychotherapy, educate patients and families, and coordinate care with therapists, social workers and staff.