PMHNP - Red Bank

Relief Mental Health•Red Bank, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves providing comprehensive psychiatric care to patients. The role includes conducting assessments, diagnosing mental health conditions, developing treatment plans, managing medications, and providing therapeutic interventions. The PMHNP will also be involved in specialized treatments like Spravato and IV Ketamine, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and maintain accurate patient records. Crisis intervention and continuous learning are also key aspects of this role.

Requirements

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health
Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner and certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
Prior experience in psychiatric or mental health settings required
Strong communication, interpersonal, and clinical skills; strong compassion and empathy for patients and their families
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional in all interactions
Knowledge of all health care regulations and confidentiality protocols, including HIPAA
Ability to learn and maintain Electronic Health Record system
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications and Google Suite

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including medical history and mental status examinations.
Assist in diagnosing mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising psychiatrists.
Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, ensuring effective management of side effects and patient adherence.
Conduct thorough evaluations to assess appropriateness for Spravato treatment, provide education, and manage patient expectations and vital signs.
Ensure patient safety and effective management throughout the Spravato treatment process.
Conduct thorough evaluations to assess appropriateness for IV Ketamine treatment, provide education, and manage patient expectations and vital signs.
Ensure patient safety and effective management throughout the IV Ketamine treatment process.
Work in tandem with the Psychiatrist/TMS Provider to conduct follow ups, motor threshold mapping, and evaluation of new patients for TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation).
Provide psychotherapy and counseling to patients, employing evidence-based techniques.
Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options available, and self-management strategies.
Maintain a thorough and comprehensive understanding of all treatment modalities offered are Relief to ensure individualized care and referrals, when deemed appropriate.
Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including Therapists, Social Workers, Providers, Clinical Assistants and additional support staff to ensure comprehensive care.
Maintain accurate and timely patient records, documenting assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
Complete and sign all treatment notes within 48 hours of the appointment.
Respond to psychiatric emergencies and provide crisis intervention as needed.
Stay updated on advancements in psychiatric medicine and maintain required certifications.