Under the Psychiatrist’s leadership, the PMHNP is responsible for conducting psychiatric evaluations and follow ups to children, adolescents, adults and/or families at B & T HEALTH’s Oak Ridge office location. This contractor/PMHNP is responsible for evaluating an individual to determine if their symptoms meet criteria for an Axis I diagnosis in accordance to the Diagnostic Manual Edition 5 and to determine the need for Medication. The principal functions of the position identified shall not be considered as a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations that may be inherent in the position.
TASKS:
- Provides a thorough psychiatric evaluation and medication management services of the client’s mental health/substance use condition in order to accurately and appropriately diagnosis an individual.
- Provides direct patient care services within the scope of their PMHNP License and assists with the overall medical quality management of the facility.
- Writes prescriptions for medications suitable to manage the presenting symptoms.
- Demonstrates extensive knowledge of the Diagnostic Manual Edition 5/ (ICD-10)
- Reviews and responds to electronic and hand written mail, phone calls, and other correspondence timely (within 24 hours or next available business day)
- Complete required documentation, including progress notes, assessments, orders and prescriptions in a professional and timely manner.
- Works effectively with culturally diverse groups and individuals experiencing an exacerbation of either psychiatric, substance use and/or medical symptoms.
- Abides by all safety/risk, infection control and other guidelines as required within JCAHO standards of practice
- Follows Agency’s policies and procedures.
- Other tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Graduated from an accredited PMHNP school recognized by the state of Tennessee and maintains compliance with State of Tennessee issued continuing education requirements.
- Licensed to practice as an PMHNP within the state of Tennessee.
- A minimum of two-year psychiatric experience in hospital based or outpatient medical practice setting.
- Has a Supervising Physician assigned to them.
LICENCES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- Valid Tennessee Driver License.
- Abuse registry and FDLE clearance.
- Active professional license to practice in the State of Tennessee.
- Must maintain a safe driving record with no more than 4 points on the Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
- Current CPR certification.
COMPETENCIES SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the Principles and Practices of the Discipline of Medicine by PMHNP’s.
- Adheres to the Associate for Healthcare Code of Ethics.
- Presents in a professional manner in the community, in person, on telephone and in written communication.
- Implements active listening skills.
- Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality.
- Implements knowledge of child development.
- Implements knowledge of various treatment modalities and interventions.
- Implements knowledge of child abuse and neglect laws.
- Displays crisis intervention skills and follows established procedures.
- Knowledge of Corporate Integrity & Compliance.
DOCUMENTING AND RECORDING:
- Entering, recording, storing or maintaining information in written or electronic format abiding by program requirements.
- Knowledge of English grammar and syntax.
- Computer literate and proficiency to internet, EMR systems, and email.
- Reports and documents incidents following established procedure.
PLANNING/ORGANIZING:
- Ability to prioritize and use time efficiently by developing realistic action plans.
- Ability to manage competing demands.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
ADAPTABILITY AND DEPENDABILITY:
- Ability to be flexible to changes. Ability to deal with change and/or unexpected events.
- Ability to be consistently available for clients.
- Ability to render compassionate care and equal commitment to serve others in need of assistance.
- Ability to report to work as scheduled, in a timely fashion, and with an attitude oriented toward service.