Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Company: Boston Medical Center (BMC)
Location: Boston
Posted on: May 22, 2025

Job Description:

Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient PsychiatryLocation: Boston Medical Center - BrightonJob Type: Full TimeDepartment: BMC - Brighton Psychiatry

• Provide direct inpatient psychiatric services including comprehensive evaluation and treatment planning and delivery to patients
• Complete medical records timely per policy
• Provide on-going medication assessment, education and management
• Coverage along all other service lines
• Respond to nursing staff concerning medical issues.
• Consult with the supervising physician regarding physical findings and course of treatment.
• Order appropriate medications per his/her expertise as determined by the supervising physician or designee.
• Order simple diagnostic tests per his/her level of expertise as determined by the supervising physician or designee.
• Initiate consultations to other services, authorized by the supervising physician or designee.
• Respond appropriately during unexpected events, codes, medical emergencies (i.e., seizures). Defibrillation can be done provided there is documentation of annual training (BLS Certification).
• Evaluate specific minor illness and injury of patients as defined by approved medical protocols.
• Order safety restraints, when appropriate.
• Collaborate with health care professionals in the planning, implementation and coordination of health teaching and counseling of the patient, family or patient representative. Document patient level of understanding
• In collaboration with the Supervising Physician, the NP communicates the plan of care with all referring providers, MD of record, as well as the patient and her family.
• May also be responsible for coordination with other clinical staff, nurses, and other physicians involved in the care of patients.
• The NP shall be accountable for maintaining the confidentiality of all patient related information.
• The NP shall abide by all policies & procedures.
• Comply with all OMH regulatory equipment.Required Qualifications
  • Graduation from an accredited NP program, Certification as a PMHNP
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification
  • Two years' experience as an Affiliate Practitioner and experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit preferred
  • Current Massachusetts license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner is required
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrate clinical expertise for functioning in an independent role
  • Excellent interpersonal relationships and communication skills for working with patients, families, and other staff
  • Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with physicians and other health care professionals and support staff
  • Ability to be self-directed and demonstrate initiative in addressing responsibilities of the position
  • Ability to complete forms and other paperwork appropriately in a timely mannerEqual Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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