Advanced Practice Provider (PMHNP) - Outpatient Psychiatry

The Medical College of Wisconsin•Menomonee Falls, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical College of Wisconsin’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. As a key member of our multidisciplinary behavioral health team, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides comprehensive psychiatric care to a diverse patient population within an outpatient clinic setting. This role involves performing psychiatric evaluations, managing medication regimens, and collaborating with an engaging academic medical community to improve patient outcomes and mental wellness.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
Current state licensure and board certification (PMHNP certification preferred).
Strong interpersonal communication.
Proficiency in EMR documentation.
Commitment to evidence-based psychiatric care.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs and scheduling requirements.
Advanced Practice Nurse: Master’s Degree or higher in Nursing from a nationally accredited organization.
Wisconsin RN License
Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
DEA registration (if for the position)
Nurse Practitioner Certification from a nationally accredited professional nursing organization
Psychiatric Mental Health NP (PMHNP)

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive histories and physical exams; identify physical, cognitive, and psychosocial findings to formulate accurate diagnoses.
Order and interpret screening and diagnostic tests, communicating results and documentation in a timely manner.
Develop and monitor pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans for psychiatric conditions, adjusting based on patient response and effectiveness.
Write accurate progress notes, procedure notes, and orders within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Counsel patients and families regarding mental health maintenance, disease management, and preventive behaviors.
Maintain key regulatory requirements including CMS, Joint Commission, and institutional privileging standards.
Stay current on developments in the field of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine through professional associations, literature, and continuing education.
Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and social workers within a prestigious academic medical center.
Engage in a teaching environment with active involvement in mentoring, case conferences, grand rounds, and interdisciplinary teaching sessions.
Participate in the development of quality indicators and outcomes dashboards to evaluate and improve patient care delivery.
Practice in an independent, outpatient clinic with professional support from the Adult Ambulatory Division Administrator.
Facilitate patient referrals to community healthcare resources in collaboration with social services and case management.