Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including psychotherapy and psychopharmacological interventions.
• Provide ongoing medication management and adjustments as needed.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical outcomes.
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency psychiatric care as required.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with primary care providers, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
• Provide consultation and education to healthcare staff regarding mental health conditions, treatments, and medications.

Patient Education:

• Educate patients and their families about psychiatric conditions, treatment options, and medications.
• Promote mental health awareness and stigma reduction within the community.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records in accordance with federal, state, and organizational policies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including FQHC standards and guidelines.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices in psychiatric care.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing with a specialty in Psychiatric-Mental Health.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Iowa or ability to obtain.
• Board Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority in Iowa or ability to obtain.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in psychiatric/mental health care, preferably in a community health or underserved setting.

Skills:

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills in children and adults.
• Proficiency in psychopharmacology and medication management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Cultural competence and a commitment to serving diverse populations.

Work Environment:

• This position is based in a Federally Qualified Health Center that serves a diverse patient population, including those with limited access to healthcare.
• Work hours may include evenings to meet patient needs.