Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Privia Medical Group summary:
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for conducting psychiatric assessments of newly admitted patients in an outpatient setting. This role involves diagnosing medical conditions, recommending treatments, and providing holistic care based on the psychological and physiological needs of patients. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development within a strong team of mental health professionals.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/PMHNP or Physician Assistant Alpharetta, GA
We are looking for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide psychiatric
assessments and review medical histories of all newly admitted patients to our outpatient program. You will work with a well-established, board-certified psychiatrist, who functions as our chief medical officer.
Join a growing practice and work with other psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners and mental health therapists with a common goal. Full-time, four days per week would be ideal. Would also consider a part-time candidate who would commit to two full days of in-person patient care. Outpatient. No on call requirement. Weekdays only.
Sign-on bonus available. Full benefits.
Responsibilities:
Provide medical/psych assessment, evaluate and diagnose.
Review medical history with each patient assessed.
Establish diagnosis of medical conditions and complications.
Prioritize medical issues.
Recommend follow-up medical procedures and/or treatments.
Promote evidenced-based care within a healing culture for the outpatient population served and their families.
Perform professional work that requires specialized knowledge of psychiatric mental health.
Develop a nursing assessment tool to reflect the holistic needs of each client with consideration of his/her psychological, physiological, social, ethnic, cultural, educational and spiritual strengths and needs.
Provide clarification of clinical diagnosis.
Recommend treatment options.
Review patients progress.
Order diagnostic tests as appropriate, review results, and adjust treatment accordingly.
Qualifications:
Psych Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, with current state license to practice
Previous Psych experience
Must be able to conduct Psychiatric consultations
Good inter-personal skills
Integrate nursing and medical concepts in planning care for medically complicated psychiatric
patients
PREFERRED:
One (1) year of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Physician Assistant
National certification as an Advance Practice Nurse (such as ANCC) or the PA equivalent
Strong medical diagnostic and therapeutic skills in psychiatry practice
completion of an approved adult or psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Program
PMHNP
Our practice is a proud member of Privia Medical Group, a national physician organization with more than 4,500+ providers with over 1,100+ locations in multiple states. Through high-performance physician groups, accountable care organizations, and population health management programs, Privia works in partnership with health plans, health systems and employers to better align reimbursements to quality and outcomes.
Contact:
Simone Bridges
Director, Provider Recruitment
Privia Medical Group
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Keywords:
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Mental Health, Patient Assessment, Diagnosis, Treatment Recommendations, Outpatient Care, Healthcare, Psychiatric Consultation, Nursing, Medical History