Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Contractor

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric assessments


• Diagnose and treat mental health disorders


• Prescribe medications and other treatments as necessary


• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans


• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team


• Document patient care in electronic medical records and ensure compliance with regulations and standards


• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options


• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives


• Monitors compliance with accreditation standards/DHMHA, CARF regulations and assists with both internal and external reviews.


• Accurately reflects services provided to ensure monthly reports and documentation for DCS are submitted.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree in Psychiatric Nursing


• Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)


• Current Indiana State License


• An unrestricted DEA License


• Experience in a clinical psychiatric setting


• No suspension/exclusion/debarment from participation in federal health care programs (e.g. Medicare, Medicaid, SCHIP)


• Professional liability insurance – with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems


• Ability to assess and coordinate treatment needs for complex family systems


• Experience with a diverse patient population