Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
1-3 years of psychiatric service experience with a focus on children and adults.
Knowledge of psychopharmacology, diagnostic assessments, and evidence-based treatment.
Current South Dakota licensure as an APRN with CNP certification or eligibility.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on client needs and goals.
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications according to best practices.
Provide ongoing medication management and psychiatric follow-up services.
Assess risk factors and implement appropriate interventions.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation per regulatory requirements.
Benefits
Access to diverse training in trauma-informed care.
Opportunity to work within interdisciplinary teams.
Engagement in quality improvement initiatives.
Supportive work environment focusing on resilience and strengths-based interventions.
Full Job Description
1. Clinical Services
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on client needs, strengths, and treatment goals.
Prescribe, monitor, and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with evidence-based practices and applicable regulations.
Provide ongoing medication management and psychiatric follow-up services.
Assess risk factors including suicidality, self-harm, abuse, neglect, and other safety concerns and implement appropriate interventions.
Collaborate with therapists, case managers, nurses, and other providers to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
Review and interpret clinical, psychological, educational, and medical information to support assessment and treatment planning.
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, state, federal, and licensing requirements.
2. Trauma-Informed Care
Utilize trauma-informed approaches in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and client interactions.
Recognize the impact of trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and family systems on mental health and behavioral functioning.
Support resilience-building and strengths-based interventions with clients and families.
3. Collaboration and Consultation
Participate as an active member of interdisciplinary treatment teams. Promote Children's Home Society's mission, values, and commitment to serving children and families.
Consult with internal and external providers regarding client care and treatment recommendations.
Communicate effectively with clients, families, referral sources, schools, healthcare providers, and community partners.
Provide education and guidance to clients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and wellness strategies.
4. Quality and Compliance
Maintain compliance with all applicable standards of practice, ethical guidelines, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, case reviews, peer consultation, and staff meetings.
Maintain required licensure, certifications, and continuing education.
What We'll Love About You:
You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
You are able to effectively communicate.
You align with our mission, vision, and values.
You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.
Requirements
Required
Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of experience providing psychiatric services to children, adolescents, and adults; experience working with individuals experiencing mental health disorders, behavioral health challenges, trauma, and adverse childhood experiences; knowledge of psychopharmacology, diagnostic assessment, and evidence-based treatment practices; and strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
Licensure: Current South Dakota licensure as an APRN with certification as a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), or eligibility for licensure; eligible for prescriptive authority and DEA registration.
Preferred
Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
Experience working in community mental health, residential treatment, outpatient behavioral health, or integrated healthcare settings.
Familiarity with trauma-informed care models.
Experience working with children and families involved in child welfare, foster care, or residential services.
Experience with electronic health records (EHR).
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
This position operates in behavioral health, outpatient, residential, and/or community-based treatment settings. The employee may work with individuals experiencing emotional distress, behavioral challenges, or psychiatric crises and must maintain professionalism and composure in a variety of clinical situations.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, and perform work in an office or clinical environment.
Ability to utilize standard office equipment and electronic medical record systems.
Ability to occasionally travel between service locations as needed.
