Nurse Practitioner-Psychiatric Mental Health-NE

Rosecrance Behavioral Health•Freeport, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Rosecrance has been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence-based therapies. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery. The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides comprehensive, patient-centered mental health care across the lifespan through assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of psychiatric disorders. The clinician is responsible for delivering evidence-based psychiatric services, including conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, prescribing and managing psychotropic medications, providing psychotherapy or brief therapeutic interventions, coordinating care with interdisciplinary team members, and creating a safe and therapeutic environment in alignments with relevant regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Requirements

Master's or Doctoral level program completion from an accredited institution
Qualification for licensure in Illinois and eligibility for a Controlled Substances Registration Certificate (DEA)
Completion of accredited PMHNP program (didactic + supervised clinical hours)
Strong written communication skills to ensure accurate and timely completion of required documentation
Ability to present and coordinate lectures for clients, staff or community
CPR certification, or completion within three months of employment.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements
Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance

Responsibilities

Work hours prescribed and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
Conduct psychiatric and health assessments, providing follow-up care and appropriate medication management.
Deliver brief or structured psychotherapies (e.g., CBT-informed interventions, supportive therapy, motivational interviewing) and provide psychoeducation to patients and families.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, primary care clinicians, therapists, social workers, and community agencies to coordinate referrals for verying levels of care when.
Evaluate and manage acute psychiatric crises, and initiate safety planning and emergency interventions.
Routinely screen for substance use, trauma, and social determinants of health. Address comorbid medical conditions in coordination with primary care and promote lifestyle interventions supporting mental health.
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation that adheres to state scope-of-practice laws and collaborative agreements. Follow appropriate prescribing regulations (controlled substances, PDMP review).
Participate in quality initiatives, support evidence-based practice implementation, and engage in ongoing continuing education.
Participate in Performance Improvement initiatives as assigned.
Engage in Infection Control activities and stay informed about current infection control practices.
Maintain certification in adult and infant/child CPR.
Understand and comply with all of the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by leadership.
As assigned, performs CLIA-waved laboratory testing and related quality control activities in accordance with CLIA requirements, manufacturer instructions, infection control protocols, and organizational procedures.