Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Weekends

mindcaresolutions-careers; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

MindCare Solutions is hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for weekend shifts in Indiana, PA. The role involves acute and chronic child/adolescent psychiatric care, BHU and IP consults, and collaboration with the care team to deliver high-quality behavioral health services.

New PMHNP graduates are welcome. Compensation ranges from $65 to $84 per hour based on experience, with duties including assessments, medication management, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with PMH specialization.
• Active PMHNP license in PA.
• PMHNP-BC certification required.
• Minimum 1 year PMHNP clinical experience in hospital/acute care.
• DEA registration active or willingness to obtain.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Develop individualized plans including medication management and therapy options.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for resident care including HUB coordinators.
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications as needed.
• Perform daily rounds in a designated hospital to ensure continuity of care.
• Respond to consult requests from ED and IP units with expert assessments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide education and support to residents and families about mental health.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

PMHNP degree (MSN/DNP)

PMHNP-BC board certification

Job description

About MindCare Solutions

MindCare Solutions is a premier provider of behavioral health services, supporting hospitals, emergency departments, inpatient behavioral health units, long-term care centers, correctional settings and various other clinical settings.

We partner with healthcare organizations to deliver top-tier, end-to-end behavioral health solutions, integrating evidence-based care pathways, advanced technology, and exceptional providers. Our organization is committed to enhancing mental health care accessibility and efficacy through innovative solutions and strong partnerships, ensuring that high-quality, patient-centered care is delivered to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

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