Nurse Practitioner - Behavioral Health

Roosevelt General Hospital•Portales, NM

63d

About The Position

Provide advanced practice nursing care specializing in behavioral health for patients across the lifespan in an ambulatory clinic and/or hospital setting. Responsibilities include psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, therapeutic intervention, and coordination of care with the interdisciplinary team. The NP/PMHNP plays a key role in improving access to behavioral health services and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.

Requirements

Master s or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited program
Current Nurse Practitioner license in the state of New Mexico (or eligibility for licensure)
Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) preferred, or NP with documented behavioral health training and experience
Current DEA registration with authority to prescribe controlled substances
BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings strongly preferred
Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Report to work on time and as scheduled.
Wear identification while on duty.
Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
Communicate the mission, ethics and goals of the organization.
Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
Participate in committees, CQI and other meetings as appropriate and required.
Ensure compliance with policies and procedures regarding clinic operations, fire, safety, and infection control.
Knowledge of medical terminology
Knowledge of latest trends in medical science
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills in mental health care
Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient-centered care skills
Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude while collaborating within an interdisciplinary team
Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, staff, or others in a professional manner

Responsibilities

Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
Conduct psychiatric and behavioral health evaluations for new and established patients
Diagnose and manage mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, psychosis, and mood disorders
Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications in accordance with evidence-based practice and state/federal guidelines
Provide brief therapeutic interventions and supportive counseling as appropriate
Collaborate with physicians, social workers, therapists, and nursing staff to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans
Educate patients and families regarding psychiatric diagnoses, treatment options, and medication management
Ensure continuity of care by coordinating referrals to specialty providers and community resources
Document all patient encounters in the electronic health record in a timely and accurate manner
Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
Maintain licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements in accordance with state regulations
Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and cultural sensitivity in all patient and staff interactions
Serve as a resource for staff education on behavioral health topics and evidence-based practices
Provide crisis intervention and support in urgent or emergent psychiatric situations
Performs other duties as assigned.