Job Description

The responsibility will be to provide psychiatric medication management to residents in the clinic and rounding on the consult service at the hospital. This skilled professional must be able to work collaboratively with members of interdisciplinary treatment team to develop, implement or evaluate treatment plans. We are seeking a skilled professional that is committed to providing these services with a high level of integrity and thrives for excellence in the care of the patients.

The Advance Practice Psychiatric Nurse will provide advanced nursing care for patients with psychiatric disorders and may provide psychotherapy under the direction of a psychiatrist.

Essential Functions

Diagnoses psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions. Distinguishes between physiologically and psychologically based disorders and makes appropriate diagnoses. Assesses patients' mental and physical status based on the presenting symptoms and complaints. Conducts individual, group, and family psychotherapy for those with chronic or acute mental disorders. Documents patients' medical and psychological histories, physical assessment results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, and outcomes. Writes prescriptions for psychotropic medications as allowed by state regulations and collaborative practice agreements. Monitors patients' medication usage and results. Evaluates patients' behavior to formulate diagnoses or assess treatments. Educates patients and family members about mental health and medical conditions, preventive health measures, medications, and treatment plans. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and nursing staff, to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans.

Work Environment

This job operates in a doctor's office/clinic environment. Westlake Brain Health is an outpatient office in Westlake, Ohio.

Required Education and Experience

Ability to diagnose and treat simple and complex psychiatric and mental health problems from adjustment disorders to serious mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar illness, major depression, and anxiety disorders. Strong skills to manage, coordinate, and evaluate the care and education of the patient and family along the health care process. Ability to manage patients who need to be closely monitored.

Qualifications:

Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Ohio. Degree as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, with the ability to assess and prescribe medications in collaboration with a psychiatrist as per State Board of Nursing regulations. Board Certification required. Experience in psychiatric care is essential. Hospital experience is preferred. Active DEA license required.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Paid time off
Work Location: In person