Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMH-NP) provides compassionate supportive patient focused psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults in an outpatient setting per an integrated model of care for patients of Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D). The PHM-NP is expected to work in collaboration with LCH&D primary care providers (including those who provide Medication Assisted Treatment) behavioral health providers and other LCH&D staff. The PMH-NP will refer to external providers and treatment facilities as appropriate when patient needs exceed LCH&D services. At LCH&D in the spirit of teamwork the PMH-NP is expected to respond timely to consultative requests or other requests for input and expertise from primary care or behavioral health providers. From time to time the PHM-NP may be requested to conduct administrative chart reviews during work time of psychotropic prescribing practices among primary care providers for development purposes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Review patients medical history.
• Elicit relevant information from patient regarding current and prior psychiatric conditions.
• Elicit relevant information from patient regarding their lifestyle and behavior.
• Elicit relevant information regarding family medical and mental health history.
• Perform psychiatric evaluation and routine checkups and screenings.
• Prescribe direct and/or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental emotional behavioral or substance use disorders.
• Monitor medication management of patients evaluated and referred by the Behavioral Health Team.
• Provide appropriate psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults.
• Collaborate with the legal guardian of minors
• Monitor and teach patients the use of medications according to best practices.
• Refer patients to specialty care if needed for complex medical conditions.
• Provides psychiatric information and collaborates with primary care providers.
• Collaborate appropriately with providers and behavioral health team.
• Participate in Peer Review.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Masters of Science in Nursing with Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Practice Certification required.
• Must be board certified in area of practice.
• Must have BLS certification.
• Must hold an active DEA Licensure.
• Must be licensed in the State of Ohio and meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging.
• Must maintain appropriate continuing education requirements as established by State Board of Medical Examiners.

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of one year of experience in a non-profit community healthcare or outpatient environment is preferred.

• Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to Lorain County Health & Dentistry i.e. NextGen EPM EHR etc.

• Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change.

• Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor and communicate enthusiastically with patients.

• Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population.

• Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach.

• Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks.

• Ability to work cooperatively with others.

• Must have valid drivers license and satisfactory driving record

• Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Fine and gross motor skills will be frequently employed.
• Some lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs.
• 75% walking or standing 25% sitting at a desk.
• Category I re: exposure to blood bodily fluids and communicable diseases.

BENEFITS

• National Health Service Corps & Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Eligibility
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Coverage
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Giving back outreach and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to adhering to employment practices in accordance with the EEOC.

LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department at