A Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner provides mental health and nursing care to patients with psychiatric disorders, medical organic brain disorders or substance abuse problems. Diagnoses mental illness, develops treatment plans and prescribes medications. Teaches patient's family about the patient's condition. Works at hospitals with dedicated mental health unit, fully dedicated psychiatric hospital or in independent practice working from nursing homes and physicians' offices.
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 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)
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
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 required 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
