Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Hope Christian Health Center Corp·North Las Vegas, Nevada
Hope Christian Health Center Corp·North Las Vegas, Nevada
The PMHNP provides patient-centered mental health care by diagnosing, treating, and managing psychiatric disorders. Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive evaluations, prescribing medications, and collaborating on quality improvement initiatives.
The Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides high-quality, patient-centered mental health care, focusing on prevention and treatment of mental health disorders. The PMHNP diagnoses, treats, and manages patients' psychiatric needs. They prescribe medications and refer patients to additional services as needed. The PMHNP participates in Peer Review and Quality Improvement meetings to enhance clinic services and ensure patient needs are prioritized.
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including mental health assessments, diagnostic interviews, and physical exams. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to the patient’s mental health needs. Prescribe medications and manage psychiatric treatments in accordance with state and federal regulations. Educate patients and families about mental health disorders, treatment options, and coping strategies. Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and confidentiality requirements. Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes. Refers patients to community resources or specialists when appropriate. Adheres to company policies and CDC guidelines related to infection control. Upholds strict HIPAA compliance protocols. Performs additional duties as assigned.
Active Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license in Nevada. National certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). Active BLS certification - required
Faith to believe that Hope is a ministry of God, exemplifying the love of Christ, and held and directed by the Holy Spirit. Ability to operate general office machinery (computers, calculators, copy/fax machine, telephones, etc.) Outstanding ability to build interpersonal relationships at all levels. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Demonstrated passion for community health care. Proven leadership, teambuilding, and organizational skills. Proven ability to maintain integrity in a fast paced and high-demand environment. Proven ability to manage performance goals. Ability to interact with people from all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles; ability to understand and respond appropriately, effectively, and sensitively to special populations.
Occasional standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Frequent sitting. Manual dexterity. Good reading eyesight and vision for close work. Ability to communicate by speaking and hearing in person or on the phone. Ability to travel to various locations.
Market context
Behavioral-health positions in Nevada often reflect steady demand from hospitals, community programs, and care coordination teams serving patients with complex needs. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a relevant bachelor’s degree, an active Social Worker, LPN, or RN license, and experience in case management or social work; this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster and save research time. Before applying, confirm your license status and tailor your resume to show direct behavioral-health or case-management experience.
