Job Summary
Job Description
My client is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Part-Time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join their team. This role involves conducting psychiatric assessments and providing care to both adults and children. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mental health, excellent assessment skills, and a passion for improving the mental well-being of their patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for adults and children.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
- Monitor and document patients' progress and response to treatment.
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications as appropriate.
- Educate patients and their families about medication use, potential side effects, and benefits.
- Adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provide brief therapeutic interventions and crisis management as needed.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and referrals for additional services.
- Offer education and support to patients and their families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Advocate for patients' needs within the healthcare system.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Requirements:
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
- Current licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in NY.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in psychiatric nursing, with experience in both adult and pediatric populations preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Please note- The annual base salary range is $120/hr to $125/hr. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.
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