Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
High Plains Mental Health Center•Oberlin, KS
•Onsite
About The Position
High Plains Mental Health Center is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide accessible mental health care in the Oberlin, Kansas area. This is a full-time, in-person role with typical hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The position provides medication management, psychiatric and physical assessments, patient education, and coordinated treatment for individuals with acute symptoms and ongoing mental health conditions. The organization describes opportunities for clinical and leadership growth, continuing education, and other professional development.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing.
- APRN licensure in Kansas as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist.
- Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) designation.
- Proficiency with modern technology, such as computers, EMRs, and telehealth platforms.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
Responsibilities
- Provide medication management and psychopharmacological services within the scope of licensure, qualifications, and established protocols, consulting with or referring to a physician as appropriate.
- Monitor patient progress, including symptom improvement, medication effectiveness, and potential side effects.
- Review laboratory results and other relevant medical information to support safe, effective treatment.
- Conduct psychiatric and physical assessments, obtain patient histories, and develop differential diagnoses and individualized treatment plans in accordance with Center policies.
- Serve as a resource for medical evaluations and coordinate referrals as needed.
- Collaborate with the treatment team to coordinate medication management and support continuity of care.
- Respond to patient needs related to acute symptoms and ongoing mental health conditions, coordinating crisis support and additional services as appropriate.
- Provide patient education focused on medication use, symptom management, prevention, and overall wellness.
- Complete clinical documentation within required timelines and in accordance with HPMHC policies and procedures.
- Maintain current knowledge of psychopharmacology, mental health conditions, and evidence-based treatment practices.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off and extended illness time.
- 403(b) plan.
- KPERS retirement plan.
- Supplemental benefits.
- HSA and FSA.
- Relocation assistance.
- Seven paid holidays.
- Convention leave and funds to obtain CEUs.
- License renewal.
- Scholarship, work-study, and internship opportunities for employees.
- $15,000 sign-on bonus, awarded in installments.
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