Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Sacramento

Monday through Friday position with no weekends or on-call! InnovAge PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) is an alternative to nursing facilities. It provides customized healthcare, social engagement, and exercise to older adults to help them stay independent and in their homes. PACE participants receive most of their healthcare and social support at an InnovAge center in their community. Each person in the program has a team of healthcare experts and a personal care plan that is focused on providing a personalized experience. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), you are an integral part of developing and delivering a personal care plan, ensuring high-quality, clinically appropriate, team-based behavioral health care. Physical attendance at an InnovAge center(s) is essential, with the option to travel to meet participants outside of the center. No on-call or weekend hours are required. Responsibilities include: Confidently and swiftly navigate ambiguous situations to manage participants' care in real time. Take bold action using evidence-based medication management to support acute needs. Emphasize gradual dose reduction. Integrate seamlessly with primary care and other Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) members. Adapt interpersonal skills to meet participant and IDT clinical needs in real time. Pioneer InnovAge's developing behavioral health integration program. Serve as a mentor/educator to PCPs regarding psychotropic medication management and behavioral change. Clinical Care - 70% Provide in-person clinical assessments of participants, prescribe and deprescribe medications, identify treatment protocols, and manage ongoing medication needs in centers and via telehealth. Coordinate care with Behavioral Health Providers, PCPs, and IDT. Consult with IDT staff on behavioral interventions, nursing practice, and psychopharmacology, including writing medication orders as appropriate. Provide integrated therapeutic care. Monitor psychiatric hospitalization care and follow-up disposition planning. Respond to urgent calls from clinics, center staff, and facilities with a solution-focused approach. Monitor response to psychotropic medications. Administration - 30% Educate the IDT to manage and resolve behavioral complexities or placements. Liaise with external psychiatric providers to ensure appropriate referrals, continuity of care, monitoring, follow-up, and reporting to the IDT. Provide in-service education at PACE centers and participate in staff meetings as needed. Contribute to case review, consultation, and utilization review. Research and utilize evolving psychiatric treatments, PACE service requirements, and legislation. Participate in IDT meetings, conferences, committees, and events as requested. Minimum Requirements: Current State-issued Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner / PMHNP license. At least 2 years of experience in psychiatric care and medication management. At least 5 years of nursing experience, including 2 years as a Nurse Practitioner. DEA Certification with full prescriptive authority. Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications and EMR systems. Current CPR certification or ability to obtain it within the first 30 days of employment. Personal transportation, valid driver’s license, good driving record, and auto insurance as required by law. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with geropsychiatric populations. Licensure or certification in substance use treatment. Training or experience with group and family interventions. Experience with conflict management, mediation, de-escalation, and crisis mitigation. Knowledge of chronic disease management and psycho-social implications. Bilingual abilities. InnovAge is committed to empowering seniors to live independently and safely in their own homes and communities. We offer an alternative to nursing homes through PACE, providing enrolled seniors with personalized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. Our staff is dedicated to creating personalized care plans for each participant, and our team members are our greatest asset, making a significant impact on participants' lives daily. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified candidates without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or other protected classes. Our benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, disability coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), paid time off, and holidays.

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