Job Description
Minnesota Mental Health Clinics is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team. As a Mental Health NP, you will provide comprehensive mental health care to patients, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of mental health disorders. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care tailored to the unique needs of each patient. This role involves both in-person and remote consultations, with a focus on fostering a therapeutic relationship to support patients’ mental health and well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough mental health assessments, including patient interviews, medical history reviews, and physical examinations.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessments and patient goals.
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications, adjusting treatment as necessary.
- Provide psychoeducation to patients and their families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and strategies for coping.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
- Maintain detailed and accurate patient records in compliance with legal and organizational standards.
- Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in mental health care.
Your Skills & Expertise
We are looking for candidates who:
- Possess strong clinical skills in mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Have experience in prescribing and managing psychiatric medications.
- Are excellent communicators, with the ability to build rapport and trust with patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Are able to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with other healthcare providers.
- Are compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of patients.
- Have a strong understanding of mental health laws, ethics, and confidentiality.
- Are proficient with electronic health records (EHR) systems and other healthcare technologies.
Must-Have Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- A valid and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in Minnesota
- Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
- A Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
- At least 2 years of experience working in mental health care.
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices in psychiatric care.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.