Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Rosecrance•Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Become a champion of hope. At Rosecrance, we’ve 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. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’re ready to welcome you! We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery. Position Summary Position Purpose: The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner conducts comprehensive client assessments and supports the principles of the treatment program. This role also ensures the delivery of nursing services with a focus on continuity, while maintaining the highest ethical, legal, and moral standards. Create and uphold 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 Indiana and eligibility for a Controlled Substances Registration Certificate (DEA)
Willingness to enter and maintain a written collaborative/practice agreement with a collaborating physician as required by Illinois and Indiana scope of practice regulations.
Current national board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC, ANCC), in good standing.
Strong written communication skills to ensure accurate and timely completion of required documentation
Ability to present and coordinate lectures for clients, staff or community
BLS certification, or completion within three months of employment.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements as well as travel between sites as needed.
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.
Provide care via both in-person visits and telehealth plaforms.
Deliver Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for clients with anxiety disorders.
Lead and facilitate group psychoeducational programs for clients.
Provide staff education on relevant topics and offer clinical instruction for students.
Attend and contribute to administrative and team meetings as required.
Participate in Performance Improvement initiatives as assigned.
Engage in Infection Control activities and stay informed about current infection control practices.
Monitor and follow up on existing or new medical conditions that may impact treatment.
Make appropriate dietary referrals as needed.
Maintain certification in adult and infant/child CPR.
Participate as a member of assigned teams and actively engage in all team meetings and activities.
Understand and comply with all the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by leadership.