Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - PRN

Merakey • Philadelphia, PA

2h • $70 - $73 • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a prn Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join their team in Philadelphia, PA. The Mental Health Walk-In Clinic is Philadelphia’s first and only behavioral health urgent care for adults (18+) needing same-day mental health care that is not an emergency. They serve individuals experiencing emotional distress, mental health concerns, and/or substance use concerns, providing triage, resolution-focused services, and aftercare planning. The clinic aims to reduce avoidable visits to crisis centers and emergency rooms by helping people get the care they need when they need it, serving individuals regardless of income or insurance status. This role works under the supervision of a psychiatrist and is part of a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

• Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with prescriptive authority in the state of Pennsylvania required.
• Valid Child Abuse, State Criminal, and FBI Fingerprint clearances required.
• Minimum one year of community health experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with integrated health, crisis intervention, urgent care, or emergency psychiatric settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with patients and colleagues.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and healthcare technology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments to determine the patient's immediate needs.
• Formulate accurate diagnoses based on the assessment findings and in collaboration with the supervising psychiatrist.
• Collaborate with the psychiatrist to develop and implement medication treatment in BHUCC setting.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications as needed in BHUCC setting.
• Monitor medication effectiveness and side effects, making adjustments as necessary.
• Provide behavioral health urgent intervention services, offering immediate support and compassionate care to patients in distress.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to create behavioral health urgent care stabilization plans for individuals experiencing urgent needs.
• Coordinate care and treatment modalities with team and external providers.
• Provide leadership and supervision to nursing staff, ensuring efficient clinical operations and adherence to protocols.
• Oversee work, offer guidance, and promote a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Educate patients and their families about behavioral health conditions, treatment options, and recovery strategies.
• Offer empathetic support to patients throughout their treatment journey.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, treatment plans, and progress notes using the BHUCC's electronic health records system.
• Ensure compliance with documentation standards and legal regulations.
• Participate in quality assurance activities, including peer reviews and clinical audits.
• Stay current with the latest evidence-based practices in behavioral health.
• Adhere to the Merakey policies and procedures, comply with code of conduct, and participate in regular supervision and development.

Benefits

• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include limited medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. (not a substitute for major medical insurance)
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level