Job Title : Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Department : Behavioral Health
Reports to : Collaborating Physician, Clinical Psychiatric Manager, Administrative
Purpose of Position : In keeping with the Mission/Vision/Values of ComWell, the PMHNP’s primary responsibility is to provide psychiatric assessment and ongoing medication monitoring appointments.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
1. ComWell expects all staff to have a strong desire to provide an excellent customer experience; to comply with the rules and regulations of those organizations to which we are accountable; to have high ethical and professional standards of conduct; must possess the flexibility to work with clients at various stages in their personal growth; and to have an attitude of wanting to continuously improve their own performance as well as that of ComWell. This also includes consistently returning phone calls and e-mails within 24 hours and updating voicemail/out of office e-mail, as well as consistently using pleasant tone and having a helpful attitude.
2. Shows consideration for others, works cooperatively with any coworker; provides constructive feedback without undue criticism of others; displays appreciation of differences in approaches, personalities, and viewpoints of others. Works professionally, respectfully, positively and cooperatively within a team-based framework to promote ComWell’s commitment to client personal growth.
3. Supports the strategic goals and mission/vision/values of ComWell at all times when interacting with clients, co-workers and professionals from other organizations and presents a positive and professional demeanor.
4. Treats all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or other legally protected status.
5. Completes job requirements with independent action and resourcefulness. Organizes time, effort, and use of resources to achieve desired outcomes. Takes initiative to prevent and resolve problems and offers recommendations for improving services and transforming ComWell into an organization that embraces excellent customer experience.
6. Have a thorough understanding on the impact of trauma on a person’s life. Understand the signs and symptoms of trauma in clients and families and be competent in delivering trauma informed interventions that lessen the symptoms associated with trauma while improving the quality of life for clients.
7. Have an understanding and commitment to self-care practices to prevent or lessen the impact of secondary traumatization with staff and self.
8. Participate in and recognize role in Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) initiatives. Have general awareness on the importance of quality improvement throughout the organization. Identify opportunities for improvement through data, observation of operations or consultation with staff, persons served or other stakeholders. Identification and input into opportunities for improvement is strongly encouraged.
9. Work with collaborating physician to deliver healthcare services to clients of ComWell, including but not limited to: client assessment and diagnosis; ordering diagnostic and therapeutic tests; ordering treatments; and providing patient education.
10. Delegation of nursing activities or tasks to a medical assistant, LPN, RN, or other personnel.
11. Assessment of new intakes upon referral. The PMHNP will determine the frequency and extent to which any future visit of said individual with consultation of referring physician.
12. Diagnosis of illness and management of wellness as appropriate in the PMHNP training, and under the medical direction of the collaborating physician.
13. Caring for individuals by using advanced diagnostic skills, including the results of diagnostic tests.
14. Initiate and coordinate care for individuals using professional judgment by ordering diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, administration of medications, and using medical, therapeutic, and corrective measures to treat illness and improve health status.
15. Promote mental health and substance use prevention and general health maintenance through patient education.
16. Prescribing and dispensing legal drugs and controlled substances.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements :
1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
2. Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook).
3. Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
4. Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
5. PMHNP certification and all other certifications and licenses required by State and Federal guidelines.
Physical Requirements :
1. Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
2. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
3. Must be able to occasionally lift, pull or push up to 20lbs.
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Health Insurance
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401(k)
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Employee Assistance Program
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Life Insurance
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Short term disability
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Long term disability
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Sick PTO
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Vacation PTO
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Paid Holidays
