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Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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Specialty: Outpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
This is a PERMANENT, Full Time position
Facility is in a very rural location.
Competitive Base salary
Sign on Bonus/Retention
Relocation Reimbursement
Free Housing for 90 days
Student Loan Repayment per year
PTO 20 days
New Mexico Sick Leave 8 days
Eligibility for Productivity Bonus
3 yr. contract
CME expenses annually
Professional Liability Insurance to include tail coverage
Retirement in 403b with match & optional 457 without match
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
Disability coverage - Short term & Long term provided at no cost
JOB SUMMARY

The duties of a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) mid-level provider include, but are not limited to, providing accurate mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation, education and follow-up care to patients suffering from mental illnesses, disorders or substance abuse problems; proper maintenance of records, and any other reasonable and proper duties assigned.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Examine patients and record history
Adhere to proper charting protocols
Discuss with Physician and other health care professionals to prepare comprehensive plan
Order or execute tests as needed
Submit health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review by Physician
Analyze results of tests, diagnose and report to patient
Administer or prescribe treatment and medications
Refer to specialist as required for patient's well-being
Other responsibilities as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master's Degree
3+ years as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with experience in mental health assessment, diagnosis, triage, managing common psychiatric medication and treatment plans and managing crisis situations.
Must have and maintain current State of New Mexico Nurse Practitioner license in good standing
Current National Board Certification (PMHNP) (ANCC)
Must have DEA in good standing
BLS, ACLS, PALS
Experienced with adult and/or child and adolescent populations
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills
Show initiative, creativity and problem-solving ability
Ability to collaborate with colleagues to provide quality healthcare
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Prior experience using an electronic medical records system (Cerner)
Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)
RELATIONSHIP REPORTING

Reports to the Practice Administrator/Chief of Staff or/Chief Executive Officer