Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) PRN
About The Position
Perimeter Behavioral Health is one of the leading behavioral healthcare providers in the country, serving children, and adolescents. We deliver hope through comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs across several states and care settings. Our programs include inpatient acute treatment; all delivered with a commitment to our core values: · Compassion · Accountability · Respect · Empowerment Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield is a acute treatment facility providing care to children and adolescents. Located in Springfield, MO, Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Springfield’s goal is to provide a responsive healing environment for patients and to inspire hope and contribute to health and well-being by providing the best care to every patient through integrated clinical practice, education, and compassion. Role Overview As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Perimeter Behavioral Health, you'll provide specialized psychiatric care to children and adolescents in our behavioral health programs. This role combines advanced clinical expertise with compassionate patient care to support our young patients' mental health needs.
Requirements
- Master of Science in Nursing with Psychiatric emphasis
- Board Certification as Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- Active [STATE] PMHNP license
- Current DEA license preferred
- Child/Adolescent Psychiatry
- Mental Health
- Pediatric Care
- Strong diagnostic skills
- Excellence in medication management
- Crisis assessment abilities
- Cultural competency
- Family-centered care approach
- Team collaboration
Nice To Haves
- 1-2 years psychiatric nursing experience with children/adolescents
- Inpatient psychiatric care background
- Experience with crisis intervention
- Knowledge of evidence-based psychiatric practices
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments
- Develop and implement treatment plans
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications
- Monitor patient progress and treatment outcomes
- Provide crisis intervention when needed
- Work closely with interdisciplinary treatment team
- Consult with psychiatrists and medical staff
- Coordinate care with therapists and nurses
- Engage with families in treatment planning
- Partner with community providers
- Maintain accurate electronic health records
- Document clinical decisions and treatment rationales
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Monitor patient outcomes
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- Malpractice insurance
- CME allowance
- Professional development support
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
