Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Bay Health Centers is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner responsible for diagnosing, evaluating, and treating behavioral, emotional, and cognitive disorders. The role involves prescribing treatments, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and maintaining patient records.

The ideal candidate should hold a Master of Nursing degree and have a valid license. They will manage and oversee behavioral health staff, requiring effective communication, organizational skills, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs frequently.

Flexibility in work hours is available, with full-time or part-time options offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a current valid license and produce evidence of such.
• Must be licensed by the State of Michigan, Board licensed, and possess a valid DEA license.
• 1-2 years in an underserved area preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, and or twist while holding up to 25 lbs frequently.

Responsibilities

• Manages behavioral health care including diagnosis, treatment, and follow up.
• Collaborates with providers and other professionals to discuss treatment plans.
• Maintains appropriate documentation on patient clinical records.
• Provides oversight of behavioral health staff and evaluates effectiveness of treatment plans.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Therapeutic skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master of Nursing degree

Job description

Job Summary

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is directly responsible for diagnosing or evaluating behavioral, emotional and cognitive disorders through observation, interview and psychological tests. Applies theory relating to behavior and mental processes to formulate and administer treatment that includes counseling and therapy. Helps patients work toward the maintenance and enhancement of physical, intellectual, emotional, social and interpersonal functioning. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is also responsible for appropriate documentation in the patient chart. Participates in a team-based approach to care in the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH). Participates in activities related to Quality Improvement.

Essential Job Duties

• Manages behavioral health care including diagnosis, treatment, and follow up. Prescribes, directs, and administers psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
• Collaborates with providers, social workers, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
• Maintains appropriate documentation on patient clinical records.
• Participates in GLBHC’s Quality Assurance activities as assigned.
• Provides behavioral health staff oversight. Evaluates effectiveness of counseling or treatment plans and the accuracy and completeness of diagnoses and modifies diagnoses and treatment plans as necessary.

Marginal Job Duties

• Assists in marketing and public relations, including recruitment of providers as needed.
• Performs other functions relating to GLBHC’s behavioral health program as may be required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by President/CEO and Medical Director.

Job Specifications

• Education: The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner must have a Master of Nursing degree and a current valid license and produce evidence of such.
• Licensure: Must be licensed by the State of Michigan, be Board licensed, and possess a valid DEA license.
• Experience: 1-2 years in an underserved area preferred.
• Skills: Diagnostic, therapeutic, interpersonal, organizational.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Physical Effort: Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, and or twist while holding up to 25 lbs. frequently.
• Hours: Full-time or Part-time, Monday through Friday. Flexible and
• Travel: Some travel between sites required. Travel may be required to attend pertinent conferences; with travel, lodging, and living costs reimbursed at the existing rate. Reimbursement for expenses will occur in accordance with policy.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.