(Archived) Part- Time PMHNP in Texas

We are hiring for a part time, remote, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed in Texas to contribute to our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for adolescents. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will conduct medical and history assessments, psychiatric evaluations, prescribe psych medications, communicate and work with the adolescents parent(s)/guardian(s), and conduct follow ups with high acuity adolescents. The PMHNP will work closely with the multidisciplinary team of therapists and group facilitators through treatment team meetings and ongoing communication during the patient’s treatment. Must have part time availability between Monday-Friday, 9a-5pm in their local time zone as a 1099 Consultant.

What You’ll Do
• Provides patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment plans in accordance with statutes, regulations and protocols regulating the profession.
• Collaborates with the staff psychiatrist, Clinical Director, group facilitators, and Individual Therapists
• Provides psychiatric health services, education, counseling and emotional support.
• Prescribe psychiatric medications as clinically indicated to treat adolescents.
• Provides patient and parent/guardian education regarding medications, risks, benefits and reasonable outcome expectations.
• Communicates with patients and parent/guardian and engages in follow-up as necessary.
• Provide consultation and follow-up with mental health staff regarding a patient's diagnosis and treatment, and need for psychotropic medication.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervising Psychiatrist and/or Clinical Director
Qualifications
• Masters of Science in Nursing, with a Psychiatric/Mental Health emphasis, from an accredited college or university.
• CV
• DEA
• at least three years of experience working with adolescents in a behavioral health setting
• Inpatient psych experience is a plus and/or working in higher levels of care, but not required
• Must be licensed as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) by the Texas State Board of Nursing.
• Flexible and adaptable

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