Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Remote

Brave Health•Fort Lauderdale, FL

5d•$125,000 - $135,000•Remote

About The Position

Brave Health is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide accessible, compassionate mental health care through technology. The role assesses adolescent and adult patients’ mental and physical health, diagnoses psychiatric disorders, develops and evaluates treatment plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and may include individual psychotherapy and medication prescribing. The Nurse Practitioner orders diagnostic tests, monitors medication use and effects, educates patients and families, and maintains accurate electronic health records while following applicable privacy requirements, regulations, and standards of care. The position is a W2, full-time salaried role with weekday schedules and no on-call or weekend shifts. Available shifts are 9 a.m.–6 p.m., 10 a.m.–7 p.m., or 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time. The stated salary range is $125,000–$135,000.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience practicing as a Nurse Practitioner.
Currently hold a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license.
Experience in addiction and mental health.
Be open to obtaining additional state licensures.
Experience with Motivational Interviewing.
Willingness to partner with clients to achieve their goals.
Experience working with adults who need general mental health and/or severe mental illness (SMI) treatment.
Experience and comfort working with patients ages 13 and older.
Knowledge of mental health diagnoses and/or substance abuse dual diagnoses.
Treatment-planning skills.
Ability to conduct and use comprehensive assessments.
Ability to complete timely, quality documentation and experience with EHRs.
Adaptability to technology, including telehealth software, and comfort with video communication.
Awareness of and compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
Eligibility to work in the United States; the employer cannot provide or assist with visas or work eligibility.
Clinicians holding a Florida or New York license must have an active DEA registration and obtain and maintain it.

Nice To Haves

Spanish-speaking; proficiency in other languages is also a plus.
Previous telehealth experience.
Previous experience in the Community Mental Health sector.

Responsibilities

Provide care to adolescent and adult patients, or patients across the lifespan, as assigned.
Assess patients’ mental and physical status based on their symptoms and complaints.
Diagnose psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions, distinguishing physiologically based from psychologically based disorders.
Conduct individual psychotherapy for patients with chronic or acute mental disorders.
Order diagnostic tests, including EKGs and laboratory work, as needed.
Prescribe psychotropic medications, including controlled substances, and educate patients about medication risks, benefits, and side effects.
Monitor medication use, side effects, and results.
Evaluate patient behavior and response to treatment to assess intervention effectiveness.
Verbally deescalate difficult situations with patients when necessary.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans.
Educate patients and family members about mental health conditions, treatment plans, and medications.
Document medical and psychological histories, physical assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, and outcomes.
Complete administrative patient-care documentation, including FMLA and other Brave-approved forms.
Schedule and coordinate follow-up appointments and ongoing treatment needs.
Complete patient visits and maintain accurate documentation in the EHR.
Practice in compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, national standards of care, and internal policies.
Use recommended references and consult the Clinical Director and/or Medical Director for clinical guidance as needed.