Pediatric and Adolescent Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)Arizona Total Care, LLC • Tucson, AZ, US

Pediatric and Adolescent Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Arizona Total Care, LLC • Tucson, AZ, US

2 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary :

The Pediatric and Adolescent Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) will provide outpatient psychiatric evaluations and medication management services for children and adolescents experiencing behavioral and mental health disorders. The PMHNP will collaborate with Arizona Total Care’s outpatient clinics and field teams to support youth clients and their families. This position is primarily office-based , with telehealth services available to reach patients in remote or underserved areas. The PMHNP will work closely with clinic staff for care coordination, insurance pre-authorization, and caseload management .

Job Requirements and Qualifications : Minimum Required Education :

Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric / Mental Health Nursing
Completion of a certified Advanced Practice Program in Psychiatry / Mental Health with training in pediatric and adolescent populations

Minimum Required Experience :

1–2 years of direct patient care experience in child and adolescent psychiatry

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children, teens, and their families

Preferred Experience :

3+ years as a psychiatric provider working with pediatric or adolescent populations

Experience with telehealth psychiatry services

Licenses / Certifications :

Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in Psychiatric Mental Health (PMH) as a PMHNP

Active and unrestricted APRN license in the state of Arizona

Valid and unrestricted DEA license in Arizona

Current CPR / BLS certification

Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Maintain credentials and licensure with major insurance providers (with credentialing support from Arizona Total Care)

Other Skills Required :

Proficient in electronic health records (EHR) documentation

Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to write clinical documentation and present case details in both written and verbal formats

Capable of making sound, independent clinical decisions

Strong organizational skills and a commitment to collaborative, team-based care

Working Conditions / Environment :

Full-time : 40 hours / week

Schedule : Monday–Friday, 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Assess, diagnose, and treat pediatric and adolescent patients with behavioral and emotional disorders

Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications according to best practices and clinical guidelines

Complete documentation including assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, outcome tracking, and billing entries in a timely manner

Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for youth patients

Order and interpret laboratory or diagnostic tests to aid in evaluation and treatment

Prepare reports, summaries, and documentation for insurance and regulatory purposes as required

Make independent decisions based on clinical protocols and national pediatric psychiatric treatment guidelines

Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as payer requirements

Educate and support patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and ongoing care

Participate in clinical trainings, in-services, and staff meetings to stay current on pediatric psychiatric best practices

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