Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Position Title : Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Pediatrics experience encouraged)Reports To : Medical DirectorDepartment : MedicalStatus : Full Time / Exempt / OnsitePosition Summary : Clinica Romero is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner specializing in Psychiatry to join our healthcare team.

The ideal candidate will provide high-quality mental health care to patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.

The Psych NP will work with individuals experiencing mental health conditions from underserved communities in the greater Los Angeles.

This role requires a strong understanding of psychiatric disorders, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities : * Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments.* Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

• Review medical history and other related medical records within patient's chart and / or by reviewing patient's relevant information accessible through LANES portal (medical information exchange portal).
• Order laboratory tests, as needed. Review and evaluate results.* Prescribe and manage medications as appropriate, using electronic system.
• Provide psychotherapy and counseling to patients.* Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.* Communicate directly with patients regarding urgent needs.
• Document medical encounter, symptoms, medication, treatment, orders and referrals utilizing Electronic Medical Records System (Epic).
• Responsible for closing encounters within 48 hours after the visit.* Perform crisis interventions as needed, including suicide assessments, participate in providing recommendations to medical providers and patients, determine if crisis response services are appropriate for patient safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, social workers, case managers, administrators and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options.* Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Participate in case conferences and providers meetings.* Stay current with developments in psychiatric nursing and mental health care.
• Stays in compliance with all HIPAA regulations.* Other related duties as assigned.Qualifications : * 2+ years as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with experience with mental health assessment, diagnosis, triage, managing common psychiatric medication and treatment plans and managing crisis* Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.
• Pediatric experience is a plus* An unrestricted license and valid DEA number in the state of California* Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)* Registration with state Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP)* No suspension / exclusion / debarment from participation in federal healthcare programs (e.

g., Medicare, Medicaid)* No adverse actions by any nursing board, hospital or other credentialing body in the past 3 years.

• A master's or doctoral degree from an accredited university or graduate program in psychiatric mental health nursing* The ability to provide Telehealth* Passion for patient care* Proficient with technology and the use of EHR systems, Epic preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6 days ago