PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is an integral member of the Behavioral Health team at Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D), providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning for patients across the lifespan. Working within an integrated, patient-centered model, the PMHNP partners closely with primary care, women's health, dental, behavioral health, and community providers to deliver high-quality, evidence-based mental health services.

LCH&D offers flexible practice opportunities to meet both patient and provider needs. The position may include in-person traditional outpatient psychiatric services, full-time telepsychiatry, or a hybrid model that combines on-site and remote care. 

The PMHNP is responsible for delivering compassionate, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care while supporting LCH&D's mission to improve access to comprehensive behavioral health services throughout the community,

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Review patient’s medical history. 
• Elicit relevant information from patient regarding current and prior psychiatric conditions. 
• Elicit relevant information from patient regarding their lifestyle and behavior. 
• Elicit relevant information regarding family medical and mental health history. 
• Perform psychiatric evaluation and routine checkups and screenings. 
• Prescribe, direct, and/or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, behavioral, or substance use disorders. 
• Monitor medication management of patients evaluated and referred by the Behavioral Health Team. 
• Provide appropriate psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults. 
• Collaborate with the legal guardian of minors 
• Monitor and teach patients the use of medications according to best practices. 
• Refer patients to specialty care if needed for complex medical conditions.
• Provides psychiatric information and collaborates with primary care providers.
• Collaborate appropriately with providers and behavioral health team. 
• Participate in Peer Review. 

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Masters of Science in Nursing with Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Practice Certification required. 
• Must be board certified in area of practice.
• Must have BLS certification.
• Must hold an active DEA Licensure. 
• Must be licensed in the State of Ohio and meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging.  
• Must maintain appropriate continuing education requirements as established by State Board of Medical Examiners. 

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of one year of experience in a non-profit community healthcare or outpatient environment is preferred.

• Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to Lorain County Health & Dentistry i.e. NextGen, EPM, EHR, etc.

• Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change.

• Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor and communicate enthusiastically with patients.

• Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population.

• Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach.

• Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks.

• Ability to work cooperatively with others.

• Must have valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

• Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Fine and gross motor skills will be frequently employed. 
• Some lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs. 
• 75% walking or standing, 25% sitting at a desk. 
• Category I re: exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases. 

BENEFITS

• National Health Service Corps & Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Eligibility
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Coverage
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, with employer match
• Giving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to adhering to employment practices in accordance with the EEOC. 

LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department.