PMHNP Adult Psych, Onsite, Fulltime, Outpatient, Greater Kansas City Psychiatric Care Services Kansas City, MO Job Details Part-time | Full-time | Contract From $65 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Teamwork Client assessment in therapy Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Psychiatry Regulatory compliance Experience working with individuals with autism State healthcare regulations Outpatient experience Master's degree Emergency response in crisis intervention Substance abuse counseling Medical treatment knowledge Addiction medicine Experience working with individuals with depressive disorders Substance abuse Advanced practice provider Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) support Risk assessment Healthcare diagnosis Experience working with individuals with bipolar disorder Experience working with individuals with psychotic disorders Autism spectrum disorders support Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Experience working with individuals with anxiety disorders Full Job Description PMHNP Adult Psych, Onsite, Fulltime, Outpatient, Greater Kansas City Job Description We are looking for a PMHNP with experience in treating Adults with Psychiatric Disorders and Substance Abuse disorders, to join our growing practice. Our Mission & Values We are looking for a PMHNP to join our growing practice, where your expertise and work-life balance matters.

Board Certified:

Board Certification in PMHNP or APRN (in Mental Healthcare) is required.

Experience :

• Must have experience in diagnosing and treating Substance Use disorders.
• At least one (1) year of clinical experience, working with patients as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
• Require experience in diagnosing and treating Major depression, Anxiety disorders, Bipolar, Autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, Psychotic disorders, among others.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Assessment:

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic interviews and risk assessments.
• Evaluate patients for mental health disorders, substance use, and any co-occurring conditions.

Diagnosis and Treatment Planning:

• Formulate accurate psychiatric diagnoses based on clinical assessments and diagnostic criteria.
• Develop personalized treatment plans, incorporating evidence-based interventions, therapy, and medication management.

Therapeutic Interventions:

• Educate clients about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
• Provide supportive and other types of therapy using a range of therapeutic modalities as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary to stabilize patients experiencing acute episodes

Medication Management:

• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
• Monitor medication efficacy, side effects, and overall treatment progress.

Note:

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications Education :

Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university.

Active State License:

Hold an active, or willing to acquire, Nurse Practitioner license in Missouri or Kansas.

Malpractice Insurance :

Must have active malpractice insurance coverage.

Independent Practice Authority :

Either possess full practice authority or collaborate with a physician, as per the specific laws and regulations of the state(s) where you are licensed to see patients.

• Thorough knowledge of DHS, Federal and State Regulations.
• Drug Screening and Background-check will also be required.
• Deep knowledge of psychopharmacology, diagnostic assessments, and therapeutic modalities.
• Proficiency in performing mental health evaluations and crisis interventions.
• Critical thinking skills to assess risks and make sound clinical decisions.
• Commitment to maintaining safe, supportive, and non-judgmental clinical setting for patients.

Additional Responsibilities Provide empathetic, high-quality care to patients, specializing in Psychiatric disorders.

Schedule Management :

Effectively manage and adapt your schedule to ensure accessible and timely support for your patients. Compliance with

Standards and Regulations:

Maintain high ethical standards and ensure strict compliance with all relevant local, state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines for psychiatric disorders, including maintaining patient confidentiality and professional conduct.

Professional Development & Quality Improvement:

• Stay up to date with the latest advances in psychiatric care and mental health treatment.
• Participate in continuing education, and quality improvement.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other allied health professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Excellent clinical documentation skills.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation via electronic health records (EHRs), other tools and methods used by the organization.

Work setting : Outpatient, IOP, PHP, residential.

Pay :

Competitive Pay.

Job Type :

Full-time, Part-time, 1099 Contract work.

Work Location :

Onsite, In-person.

Pay:

From $65.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 20.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person