CCHC Online·Chicago, Illinois
Provide comprehensive psychiatric services including diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management for patients. Coordinate care and maintain electronic health records while adhering to quality and safety guidelines.
Provide the full scope of services which fall under provider’s field of training, including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care, preventive care, and electronic health record (EHR) maintenance, while following guidelines contained within the quality management, risk management, infection control, customer service and safety programs while working to top of license. DUTIES include but are not limited to
Provide behavioral health services within the scope and practice as defined by the Illinois Nurses Association's Scope of Practice for Nurse Practitioners.
Assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate an effective and efficient treatment program that will appropriately meet the needs of patients utilizing best care practices, industry standards, organizational guidelines, appropriate accreditation standards, and applicable federal laws, including HIPAA
Obtain comprehensive health histories, perform or request special diagnostic and laboratory tests, interpret test results, and develop comprehensive psychiatric treatment plans
Provide mental health assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans in identified areas; provide medication management for patients; and maintain appropriate health records
Prescribe pharmaceutical therapy consistent with medical evaluation, treatment plan and current standards of practice
Refer clients for more specialized or inpatient interventions as clinical situations dictate
Participate in a team management approach to patient care/treatment
Maintain appropriate files; develop and follow through on treatment plans within organizational guidelines
Maintain quality care through participation in peer review, policy development and quality improvement programs
Maintain appropriate documentation of clinical and counseling services, including all necessary billing information
Ensure accurate and consistent use of encounter forms for all client contacts with behavioral health providers to ensure accurate billing of third party resources
Maintain and update professional knowledge and proficiency through continuing education, staff meetings, workshops and serving on special committees
Other related duties as assigned
Requires a Master of Science in Nursing, PMHNP board certification, and valid Illinois APRN and DEA licenses. Previous experience in behavioral health medication management is required.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Illinois often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed or graduate-prepared candidates who can work in clinical, community, or care-coordination settings. This role is competitive because the required background is specific—either a master’s degree in a human services field or an active Illinois RN license, with behavioral health experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure, degree, and setting experience before applying.
