Psychiatric nurse practitioner Jobs in Port St Lucie, FL

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER-(PMHNP)

A TEAM OF DIFFERENCE MAKERS :

At Author Heath, we are dedicated to a field-based, home-based care model, ensuring we meet our members right where they are, in their homes, and their communities. We are seeking professionals who are willing to go the extra mile to connect with our members in a high-tech environment where we are there at all times assisting the members. We value non-judgmental, respectful, and empathetic interactions, aiming to meet the unique needs of each member. Immerse yourself in the realm of specialized care at Author Health. Our primary mission is to deliver outstanding care for seniors battling with serious mental illnesses (SMIs), substance use disorders (SUDs) and Dementia. We are committed to making a significant impact in the lives of our most vulnerable population. With our advanced technology, our members can enjoy a stress-free experience as we provide all the necessary services. Join us in our mission to revolutionize healthcare.

Author Health seeks a behavioral health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) to provide clinical care on a multidisciplinary team providing remote virtual-first care to seniors with serious mental illness (SMI).

WHAT IS YOUR SUPERPOWER?

• Perform virtual initial psychiatric assessments, and follow-up care, to seniors with serious mental illness, through collaboration with a psychiatrist
• Create treatment plans that may involve prescribing medication, referring to psychotherapy or other modalities of treatment, and determining whether referrals to higher levels of care are warranted
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to address patients’ physical, behavioral health and social needs, including psychiatry (MD / DO / NP), primary care, social work, community health workers and care coordinators
• Deliver patient care and patient education in a manner that is appropriate to a patient’s age, physical ability, educational level, and culture, potentially involving the patient’s family members in this process
• Participate in the coordination of care with PCPs and other medical professionals who are taking care of patients
• Be comfortable seeing patients when they need to be seen and doing psychiatric urgent care
• When necessary, order laboratory and imaging workup
• Timely and comprehensive documentation of clinical work in the electronic health record
• Perform similar or related duties as assigned or required
• Comfort working within a new care delivery paradigm and fast-paced environment

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING :

This role is fully remote. Physical requirements include the ability to use a computer. Minimal travel, up to 10% anticipated.

WHAT WE OFFER :

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