Inpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

HealthOp Solutions•Prescott Valley, AZ

3d•$80 - $95•Onsite

About The Position

The Inpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides comprehensive care to an assigned daily caseload of approximately 12 inpatients on an inpatient psychiatric and behavioral health service with an overall census of about 24. The provider manages admissions, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, stabilization, and discharge for patients with acute psychiatric conditions, serious mental illness, behavioral health crises, and co-occurring substance use disorders. The role includes initial psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, admission orders and paperwork, daily follow-up evaluations, monitoring symptoms and treatment response, adjusting psychotropic medications, and updating individualized care plans. The PMHNP works with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, case managers, and support staff, participates in treatment team discussions and discharge planning, and coordinates consultations and referrals when indicated. Timely and accurate clinical documentation supports continuity of care and handoffs between alternating providers. This is an on-site position in the Prescott area. Two providers alternate weekly coverage, working seven consecutive days Monday through Sunday followed by seven days off. Each scheduled workday is eight hours, either 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a one-hour lunch or 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM without a lunch break. There is no overnight call, although on-call coverage may be requested based on coverage needs. Local travel between inpatient facilities may be required. The position may be temporary or permanent, and W2 or 1099, based on provider preference. Benefits eligibility may vary by employment classification.

Requirements

At least two years of inpatient psychiatric experience as a PMHNP.
Active Arizona RN and APRN licensure.
Current PMHNP board certification.
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Current Arizona prescribing and dispensing authority.
Active DEA registration.
Ability to obtain or maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Demonstrated experience with inpatient psychiatric admissions, daily patient management, and clinical documentation.
Strong working knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotropic medication management.
Experience managing patients with acute psychiatric conditions and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Ability to independently manage a daily caseload of approximately 12 inpatient psychiatric patients.
Strong organizational skills and ability to complete required documentation efficiently.
Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
Available to work on-site in the Prescott area and on an alternating weekly coverage schedule.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver's license.
Inpatient psychiatric assessment experience.
Psychiatric medication management experience.
Crisis stabilization experience.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive psychiatric care to an assigned daily caseload of approximately 12 inpatient patients.
Perform psychiatric admissions, including initial evaluations, diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and admission orders.
Complete admission forms, clinical notes, assessments, and related documentation accurately and promptly.
Conduct daily follow-up evaluations, assess symptoms, and monitor patients' clinical progress.
Prescribe, manage, and monitor psychiatric medications, including treatment response and potential adverse effects.
Manage acute psychiatric conditions, serious mental illness, behavioral health crises, and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Develop and update individualized psychiatric treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical progress.
Evaluate changes in psychiatric status and respond to urgent clinical needs during scheduled working hours.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, case managers, and other professionals to coordinate patient care.
Participate in treatment team discussions, clinical case reviews, and discharge planning.
Coordinate consultations, referrals, and additional medical or psychiatric evaluations when clinically indicated.
Support safe patient transitions through admission, treatment, and discharge, including discharge documentation.
Maintain timely, accurate electronic medical records in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
Perform additional clinical and administrative duties needed for efficient service operations and adhere to applicable policies, patient safety protocols, and professional standards.