Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - PRN
About The Position
ReDiscover is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for its Behavioral Health Urgent Care Clinic (BHUCC) in Raytown, Missouri. ReDiscover is a nonprofit community mental health center serving southeastern Jackson County. The BHUCC offers same-day, walk-in access to psychiatric medication and mental health support, with a multidisciplinary team providing care seven days a week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The practitioner conducts psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses mental health conditions, prescribes psychotropic medications, and manages medical care and treatment for individuals in the assigned program. The role collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, supports clients’ long-term symptom-management and functional-improvement goals, coordinates care to promote whole-person wellness, and maintains timely, accurate documentation and records in the electronic medical record system.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Passed board certification for Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
- Ability to work one weekend per month.
- Ability to provide holiday coverage.
- A collaborative practice agreement with a ReDiscover Psychiatrist is required.
- Diligent and timely documentation practices.
Nice To Haves
- Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
- Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Missouri.
- Active BNDD, DEA, and NPI credentials in the State of Missouri.
- Two years of experience in a behavioral health setting.
- Mental health crisis experience with children and adults.
- Willingness to provide coverage in other ReDiscover Crisis Programs.
- Solid understanding of mental illness and substance use disorders.
- Commitment to delivering excellent, recovery-focused customer service.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnose mental health conditions, and prescribe psychotropic medications.
- Manage medical care and treatment for individuals served within the assigned program.
- Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
- Ensure timely and accurate documentation of all billable services.
- Support clients in achieving long-term goals related to symptom management and functional improvement.
- Maintain thorough and up-to-date records in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborate with internal teams to promote whole-person wellness and coordinate client care effectively.
Benefits
- Professional development support through training, collaboration, and meaningful work.
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Job Type
Full-time
