Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Evaluate the mental and physical condition of patients based on their symptoms and complaints.

• Identify and diagnose psychiatric disorders and mental health issues.

• Differentiate between physiologically-based and psychologically-based disorders for accurate diagnosis.

• Provide individual psychotherapy for patients experiencing chronic or acute mental health disorders.

• Request diagnostic tests such as EKGs and lab work as necessary.

• Prescribe psychotropic medications, including controlled substances, while educating patients about potential risks, benefits, and side effects.

• Monitor the use of medications, side effects, and treatment outcomes.

• Assess patient behavior and their response to treatment.

• Effectively manage challenging patients and deescalate situations verbally when required.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to create, implement, and assess treatment plans.

• Provide education to patients and their families regarding mental health conditions, treatment strategies, and medications.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of medical and psychological histories, physical evaluations, diagnoses, treatment protocols, prescriptions, and outcomes.

• Complete necessary administrative paperwork, including FMLA and other approved forms.

• Organize and schedule follow-up appointments along with ongoing treatment requirements.

• Conduct patient visits and ensure accurate documentation in the EHR system.

• Adhere to HIPAA regulations, 42 CFR Part 2, national care standards, and internal policies.

• Refer to recommended resources and consult with the Clinical Director and/or Medical Director for clinical direction.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner.

• Currently possesses a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner license (PMHNP).

• Experience in Addiction and Mental Health fields.

• Willing to pursue additional state licenses.

• Familiarity with Motivational Interviewing techniques.

• Committed to partnering with clients to reach their goals.

• Experience working with adults requiring general mental health support and/or treatment for severe mental illness (SMI).

• Comfortable and experienced in working with patients across various age groups (ages 13+).

• Knowledgeable about mental health diagnoses and/or dual diagnoses related to substance abuse.

• Proficient in treatment planning.

• Capable of conducting and applying comprehensive assessments.

• Timely and thorough documentation skills; experience with Electronic Health Records (EHRs).

• Adaptable to technology, including telehealth software; comfortable with video communication.

• Knowledge of and compliance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations.

• Must be eligible to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship or work eligibility assistance available.

• For clinicians licensed in Florida or New York, an active DEA registration is mandatory and must be obtained and maintained by the clinician.

• Proficiency in Spanish is preferred; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

• Prior telehealth experience is advantageous.

• Previous experience in the Community Mental Health sector is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time salaried position with W2 employment.

• Monday to Friday schedule; no on-call or weekend shifts required.

• Available shifts: 9am-6pm ET, 10am-7pm ET, 11am-8pm ET.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance benefits provided.

• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick time.

• Opportunities for close collaboration and community interaction with peers and supervisors.

• Liability insurance coverage provided.

• Annual stipend available for professional growth and educational opportunities.

• Additional compensation available for providers fluent in Spanish.

• Brave Health will cover all application and annual renewal fees for additional state licenses.