Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Weekends
MindCare Solutions·Altoona, Pennsylvania
MindCare Solutions·Altoona, Pennsylvania
The PMHNP will conduct psychiatric assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and manage medications for patients in acute and chronic settings. Responsibilities include performing hospital rounds and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide high-quality mental health care.
MindCare Solutions is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our dynamic team on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will excel in acute and chronic child/adolescent psychiatric care, delivering high quality mental health services to patients in various settings. This role involves conducting Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) and Inpatient (IP) consults and collaborating with members of the care team.
Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans or patients. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and therapy options Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure top tier Psychiatric care for residents, including the Collaborating Psychiatrist, Mental Health Professionals, and HUB Coordinators. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will prescribe and administer psychiatric medications as necessary Conduct daily rounds in one designated hospital, ensuring continuity of care and effective communication with the healthcare team. Respond promptly to consult requests from the Emergency Department and Inpatient units, offering expert psychiatric assessments and recommendations Monitor and adjust medication regimens to optimize effectiveness and minimize side effects Implement therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of psychiatric conditions The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Offers education and support to residents and their families regarding mental health conditions and treatment options Promote mental health awareness and wellness among residents Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with regulatory standards Ensure timely and thorough documentation of all assessments and interventions The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance mental health care services within the facility Collaborate with the healthcare team to identify areas for improvement and implement changes Participate in one weekend shift per month and additional on-call shifts as needed, providing emergency psychiatric care and consultation
Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health Current and unrestricted PMHNP license in the state of PA Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) Minimum of 1 year clinical experience as a PMHNP, preferably in a hospital or acute care setting Strong knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment Active and unrestricted DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) (We will help obtain) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners will maintain clinical competency & collaboration with Psychiatrist (we will provide) Active and unrestricted driver’s license
Candidates must hold a Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a PMHNP-BC board certification and a valid PA license. While one year of clinical experience is preferred, new PMHNP graduates are welcome to apply.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.
