Location: | Ames, IA, USA | Pay Rate: | |
Pay Type: | Employment Type: | Full Time |
Provides high quality medication management services to clients while working effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team of professionals. Position requires strong assessment, treating and managing the mental health needs of our clients.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations to assess client's mental health conditions.
- Formulate accurate diagnoses and treatment plans based on clinical assessment, history, and client input.
- Assess client for suicide and other self-harm.
- Assist in managing psychiatric crises, providing support to patients in crisis situations.
- Collaborate with emergency services as needed for patient safety.
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, monitoring their efficacy and side effects.
- Educate clients about medication compliance and potential risks.
- Administer evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or dialectical-behavior therapy, as appropriate.
- Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals to coordinate client care.
- Provide client education on mental health conditions, medication management, coping strategies, and wellness.
- Utilize CFS's Electronic Health Record and all web-based programs which would include prescribing medication.
- Complete the necessary prior authorization paperwork for insurance companies.
- Complete lab orders.
- Complete external paperwork as needed for the client's care, such as FMLA, referral, disability and etc.
- Participate in networking efforts and community engagement.
- Seeks out supervision and case consultation as needed.
- Maintain professional liability coverage throughout employment.
- Address any concerns or questions patients may have regarding their treatment.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Submit billing and coding information in a timely and accurate manner.
- Stay current with the latest developments in psychiatric care, treatments, and best practices.
- Take and record vital signs; blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, weight and height as needed.
- Dedication to promoting and upholding the organizations' purpose, promises and values.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Competencies/Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
- Accept and utilize Covenant Family Solutions' mission as a guideline for delivering services.
- Proficiency in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently with attention to detail.
- Proficient in the use of computers and word processing software.
- Demonstrated ability to make effective decisions and solve problems.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy.
- Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships - develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
- Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards in psychiatric care.
- When communicating with people outside the company, represent the company well to potential clients, referral sources, the public, and other external sources.
Education:
- Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing.
- Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner
- Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) through the ANCC
Experience:
- Two years of experience as a PMHNP-BC in outpatient psychiatric setting(s) required.
- Experience working with diverse patient populations and a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including but not limited to mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and ADHD.
- Demonstrates a strong understanding of medication management and prescribing psychotropic medications.
- Working experience in various evidence-based psychotherapeutic modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical-behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing
- Familiarity with EHR systems to maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with documentation requirements.
- Knowledge of state and federal regulations, including those related to the prescription of controlled substances and compliance with healthcare laws and policies.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
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