Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP - Rockford

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

Position: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including medical history and mental status examinations
• Diagnosis: Assist in diagnosing mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc.
• Treatment Planning: Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising psychiatrists
• Medication Management: Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, ensuring effective management of side effects and patient adherence
• Spravato Assessment and Treatments: Conduct thorough evaluations to assess appropriateness for treatment as well as provide thorough education and patient expectations for care. Observation and Monitoring of patient vital signs in office. Ensure patient safety and effective management throughout the treatment process.
• IV Ketamine Assessment and Treatments (if applicable): Conduct thorough evaluations to assess appropriateness for treatment as well as provide thorough education and patient expectations for care. Observation and Monitoring of patient vital signs in office. Ensure patient safety and effective management throughout the treatment process
• Therapeutic Interventions: Provide psychotherapy and counseling to patients, employing evidence-based techniques
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options available, and self-management strategies
• Treatment Modalities: Maintain a thorough and comprehensive understanding of all treatment modalities offered are Relief to ensure individualized care and referrals, when deemed appropriate
• Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including Therapists/, Social Workers, Providers, Clinical Assistants and additional support staff to ensure comprehensive care
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely patient records, documenting assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes. Complete and sign all treatment notes within 48 hours of the appointment
• Crisis Intervention: Respond to psychiatric emergencies and provide crisis intervention as needed
• Continuing Education: Stay updated on advancements in psychiatric medicine and maintain required certifications
• Work in tandem with the Psychiatrist/TMS Provider to conduct follow ups, motor threshold mapping, and evaluation of new patients for TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation)

Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health
• Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner and certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
• Prior experience in psychiatric or mental health settings highly preferred
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and clinical skills; strong compassion and empathy for patients and their families
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional in all interactions
• Knowledge all health care regulations and confidentiality protocols, including HIPAA
• Ability to learn and maintain Electronic Health Record system
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications and Google Suite