Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)- Full TimeMindCare Solutions is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our dynamic team on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will excel in both acute and chronic psychiatric care, delivering high-quality mental health services to patients across inpatient and outpatient settings.
This role involves rounding in a hospital, conducting Emergency Department (ED) and Inpatient (IP) consults, managing psychiatric evaluations and treatment plans, and collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary care team. The provider will also participate in outpatient psychiatric services, including medication management and follow-up care, to support continuity of treatment and positive patient outcomes.
Compensation: up to $75/hr
Schedule: Full-Time, dayshift
Location: West Plains, MO
Duties/Responsibilities:- Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans or patients.
- The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and therapy options
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure top tier Psychiatric care for residents, including the Collaborating Psychiatrist, Mental Health Professionals, and HUB Coordinators.
- The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will prescribe and administer psychiatric medications as necessary
- Conduct daily rounds in one designated hospital, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication with the healthcare team.
- Respond promptly to consult requests from the Emergency Department and Inpatient units, offering expert psychiatric assessments and recommendations
- Monitor and adjust medication regimens to optimize effectiveness and minimize side effects
- Implement therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of psychiatric conditions
- The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Offers education and support to residents and their families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options
- Promote mental health awareness and wellness among residents
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with regulatory standards
- Ensure timely and thorough documentation of all assessments and interventions
- The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance mental health care services within the facility
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to identify areas for improvement and implement changes
Qualifications: - Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health
- Current and unrestricted PMHNP license in Missouri
- Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
- Minimum of 1-year clinical experience as a PMHNP, preferably in a hospital or acute care setting
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment
- Active and unrestricted DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
Benefits (W2): - Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plan with employer match (4%)
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule (11 Paid Holidays + 120 additional hours of PTO accrued Bi-weekly)
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Malpractice Coverage
- HSA/FSA
- Life/Ad&D
- Licensure/ CEU reimbursement
The pay range for this role is:
70 - 75 USD per hour (West Plains, MO)
