Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Texas
Bilingual in Spanish
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred
Strong knowledge of mental health and emotional disorders
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in Electronic Medical Record systems
Self-motivated and detail-oriented team player
Responsibilities
Adhere to all relevant laws and regulations regarding patient care
Provide comprehensive mental health care to patients
Diagnose and treat mental health and emotional disorders
Maintain detailed records of patient visits and progress
Collaborate with healthcare professionals for continuity of care
Educate patients and families about mental health issues
Attend required training and meetings
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment
Engagement with diverse families and communities
Professional development through training and meetings
Flexible work environment with local travel
Reimbursement for phone expenses
Full Job Description
Child and Family Guidance Center is seeking a licensed, bilingual Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for our North Texas clinics. This is a full-time position for a licensed skilled Nurse Practitioner with a specialty in Mental Health. The position is located in Dallas County.
Adhere to all current city, state and federal laws, rules and regulations, as well as CFGC Employee Handbook, including the safeguarding of confidential healthcare information and compliance with the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Provide comprehensive, integrated mental health care to patients.
Diagnose and treat mental health and emotional disorders.
Maintain detailed records of patient visits and progress.
Prepare and present all assigned cases for review by the Medical Director as required.
Assist in the development of an individualized treatment plan.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient continuity of care.
Attend all team, individual, and agency training and meetings as required and scheduled by CFGC management.
Educate patients and families about mental health and emotional disorders.
Maintain professional certification and/or licensure, when applicable. Have and maintain DEA licensure.
Provide and maintain a valid driver's license and copy of current auto liability insurance.
This position requires up to 65% local travel and employees are responsible for providing their own transportation.
Must have a working phone to provide services and be eligible for phone reimbursement.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a requirement.
Demonstrate a passion for serving families of all backgrounds
Knowledge of mental health and emotional disorders
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong documentation and time management skills
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a team player
Experience with Electronic Medical Record systems
Education and Experience:
Must be licensed as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas
Minimum of 2 years preferred
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to frequently (up to 90% of the time) sit, stand, walk, and climb stairs (if an elevator is unavailable).
Must be able to frequently (up to 90% of the time) talk, listen and speak clearly in person and via telephone.
Must be able to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 25 lbs.
