Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Blue Ridge Health•Waynesville, NC

About The Position

Blue Ridge Health is currently seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to be part of our Behavioral Health team in Waynesville, NC. What We Offer You: A competitive benefits plan, including Medical, Dental and Vision Company sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage 403(b) retirement account with company matching Supplemental accident insurance available 9 paid holidays per year PTO and Personal Day accrual, starting day 1 - (We value a work-life balance!) Flexible Work Schedules Considered Needs Accommodations Programs Mental Health Resources Telework Opportunities Considered Tuition Reimbursement Program What You'll Do: Prescribe psychiatric mediations and provide medication evaluations and medication management; provide for the medical supervision, including psychotherapy, of patients and clients at Blue Ridge Health.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Master’s Degree in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing
Certification in NC as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Experience in an ambulatory care setting
Maintain current CME and BLS certification

Responsibilities

Conduct psychiatric evaluations.
Documents each patient encounter in the patient record, clearly and concisely, on the day the patient encounter takes place.
Ensures that notes are cosigned in a timely fashion according to State of North Carolina regulations and/or BRCHS policy.
Follows patient protocols as specified by BRCHS clinical policies.
Consults backup physician when appropriate.
Assumes responsibility for the care of patients in collaboration with center physicians.
Utilizes patient care protocols in collaboration with the center physicians when providing medical care to patients.
Educate individuals regarding the appropriate use of medication s and its side effects
Prescribe, manage and monitor medications for BRCHS patients.