Remote Perinatal Behavioral Health Nurse

Pomelo Care; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pomelo Care is recruiting a Registered Nurse with experience in maternal-child health and perinatal mental health to perform initial intake, risk assessment, and crisis consultation as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will develop individualized care plans, provide psychoeducation to patients and families, and help coordinate comprehensive behavioral health care.

This remote role supports patients across the continental US.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with an unrestricted multi-state compact license and residence in a nursing compact state required.
• 4+ years experience in a hospital and/or healthcare practice, serving maternal-child health populations.
• Experience or advanced training in psychiatric nursing, perinatal mental health or a related field.
• Experience working with pregnant and postpartum individuals and their families.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and a holistic approach to mental health.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient risk assessments and triage based on urgency and severity of mental health conditions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including obstetricians, APPs, nurses, care coordinators and therapists.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients, taking into account their unique needs and circumstances.
• Provide psychoeducation to patients and their families about perinatal mental health conditions and treatment options.
• Monitor patients' progress and adjust care plans as necessary.
• Advocate for patients' rights and ensure that care is delivered in a way that respects their autonomy and dignity.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training to stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices in perinatal mental health nursing.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Remote work ability

Education

Nursing degree

Multi-state license (Compact)

Job description

Pomelo Care is recruiting a Registered Nurse with experience in maternal-child health and perinatal mental health to perform initial intake, risk assessment, and crisis consultation as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will develop individualized care plans, provide psychoeducation to patients and families, and help coordinate comprehensive behavioral health care.

This remote role supports patients across the continental US.