Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Weekends

MindCare Solutions; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

MindCare Solutions is seeking a dedicated PMHNP to join our team for weekend shifts in Indiana, PA. The role focuses on child/adolescent psychiatric care, BHU and inpatient consults, with collaboration across disciplines to deliver high-quality mental health services.

Ideal candidates hold an PMHNP-BC with an active PA license and at least 1 year of PMHNP experience, preferably in hospital/outpatient settings. DEA license is preferred and will be supported by the employer.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with PMH focus.
• Current PA PMHNP license, unrestricted.
• PMHNP-BC board certification is required.
• Minimum 1 year PMHNP experience, preferably in hospital or acute care.
• Active DEA registration (assistance provided).
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Develop individualized treatment plans including medications and therapies.
• Collaborate with care teams to deliver psychiatric care across units.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications as needed.
• Perform rounds and respond to consults from ED/IP units.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Psychiatric assessment knowledge

Documentation

Education

MSN or DNP in PMH Nursing

PMHNP-BC certification

Job description

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Weekends

MindCare Solutions

is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our dynamic team on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will excel in acute and chronic child/adolescent psychiatric care, delivering high quality mental health services to patients in various settings. This role involves conducting Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) and Inpatient (IP) consults and collaborating with members of the care team.

Compensation:

up to $65 - $84 per hour (based on experience)

Location

Indiana, PA

Hours

Saturday and/or Sunday, 8-hour shifts

New PMHNP graduates are welcome!

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans or patients.
• The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and therapy options
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure top tier Psychiatric care for residents, including the Collaborating Psychiatrist, Mental Health Professionals, and HUB Coordinators.
• The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will prescribe and administer psychiatric medications as necessary
• Conduct daily rounds in one designated hospital, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication with the healthcare team.
• 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
• Implement therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of psychiatric conditions
• The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Offers education and support to residents and their families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options
• Promote mental health awareness and wellness among residents
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with regulatory standards
• Ensure timely and thorough documentation of all assessments and interventions
• The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance mental health care services within the facility
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to identify areas for improvement and implement changes
• Participate in one weekend shift per month and additional on-call shifts as needed, providing emergency psychiatric care and consultation

Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health
• Current and unrestricted PMHNP license in the state of PA
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience as a PMHNP, preferably in a hospital or acute care setting
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment
• Active and unrestricted DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) (We will help obtain)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners will maintain clinical competency & collaboration with Psychiatrist (we will provide)
• Active and unrestricted driver's license