Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)- Full Time or Part Time

Franklin Medical Center•Winnsboro, LA

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About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner provides care to Clinic patients within the scope of their license and training, following approved care protocols and working under the supervision of a licensed physician. The position delivers outpatient psychiatric services, including evaluations and medication management, to adults, adolescents, and children experiencing behavioral health symptoms. The practitioner assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients; coordinates care with other members of the treatment team; and maintains compliant, confidential clinical documentation. Experience is desired but not required.

Requirements

Valid and active Nurse Practitioner license in the State of Louisiana.
Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively on a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to read and write effectively.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively while completing several tasks at once.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and company information.
Strong customer service skills and a positive, welcoming attitude.
Ability to accept constructive criticism and respond appropriately.
Computer proficiency and ability to learn computer software.

Nice To Haves

Experience is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide outpatient psychiatric services, including psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
Assess, diagnose, and treat adults, adolescents, and children experiencing symptoms of behavioral health disorders.
Prescribe, recommend, and discontinue drugs and treatments in accordance with the Collaborative Practice Agreement and the state's Nurse Practice Act.
Collaborate with counselors, social workers, and other treatment team members to coordinate patient care.
Counsel clients during appointments when necessary.
Design or participate in developing individualized treatment plans, incorporating best and leading practices into treatment interventions.
Prepare and submit assessments, progress notes, reports, and summaries to entities or agencies as required.
Make independent decisions based on protocols developed using national guidelines for treatment interventions.
Educate patients and family members about mental health conditions and treatment options.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient records in accordance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
Complete psychiatric progress notes, treatment plans, and other documentation.
Follow Franklin Medical Center and departmental policies, including participating in annual departmental policy review and revision.
Provide services in accordance with departmental policies.
Participate in regular trainings, conferences, and other professional development activities.
Stay current with developments in psychiatric care, medication management, and therapeutic interventions.
Perform other duties as assigned.