Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Community Health Center of Central Wyoming•Casper, WY

15h•$130,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Center of Central Wyoming (CHCCW) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our behavioral health team at our Casper, Wyoming clinic. This is an excellent opportunity for a psychiatric provider who is passionate about improving access to behavioral healthcare and providing high-quality, patient-centered services to individuals and families in our community. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), CHCCW provides comprehensive healthcare services to patients throughout Central Wyoming, including individuals and families who may face barriers to accessing traditional healthcare.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program.
Current, unrestricted Wyoming APRN/NP license or eligibility to obtain Wyoming licensure.
DEA registration or eligibility to obtain.
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, treatment planning, and medication management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience providing psychiatric services in an outpatient setting.
Experience working with children, adolescents, adults, or families.
Experience working in an FQHC, community health center, rural health clinic, or other community-based healthcare setting.
Experience with integrated behavioral health and primary care.
Experience treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions.
Experience working with underserved or rural populations.
Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including mental health histories, psychosocial assessments, and mental status examinations.
Diagnose and treat psychiatric and behavioral health conditions within the provider's scope of practice.
Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and, when appropriate, family members and other members of the care team.
Provide psychiatric medication management, including prescribing, monitoring, and adjusting medications as clinically appropriate.
Monitor patient response to treatment, medication effectiveness, side effects, and potential interactions.
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and strategies for improving mental health and wellness.
Identify and appropriately address patients experiencing psychiatric or behavioral health crises.
Coordinate referrals to specialty behavioral health services, higher levels of care, community resources, and other providers when indicated.
Collaborate with primary care providers to address behavioral health conditions within an integrated care model.
Participate in care coordination and interdisciplinary case consultation.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic medical record.
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, population health, and other organizational initiatives.
Promote preventive behavioral healthcare and early identification of mental health concerns.
Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and patient-centered care.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and other organizational activities as required.
Comply with CHCCW policies and procedures, applicable federal and state regulations, and professional standards of practice.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-sponsored retirement contributions and matching
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Continuing education opportunities
Professional development support
Loan repayment eligibility through applicable programs
Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families throughout Central Wyoming