Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Specialist

7 hours ago

Newton Center, Massachusetts, United States Optum Full time
Job Title: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Life Changes Group, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Newton Center, CT.

As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental, and social needs of our patients, helping them access and navigate care anytime and anywhere.

We are connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients presenting with various mental health concerns
  • Utilize evidence-based screening tools and diagnostic criteria to formulate comprehensive treatment plans
  • Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions, employing various therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient's needs
  • Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes
  • Provide patient education regarding medication regimens, potential side effects, and adherence strategies
  • Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other treatment team members to ensure coordinated and integrated care
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in electronic medical records (EMR) systems, including assessment findings, treatment plans, progress notes, and medication management records
Requirements:
  • Active, clear certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) from a nationally recognized accrediting body/license in state of practice
  • Board Certification as a free-standing Mental Health NP with no collaboration needed or the ability to obtain within 90 days
  • Current and active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration for prescribing controlled substances or the ability to obtain if working under an MD
  • Experience working with a wide range of clinical presentations
  • Ability to provide psychiatric assessment and solid diagnostic & evaluation skills
  • Ability to provide patient education, specifically regarding medication treatment adherence and aftercare services
  • Ability to counsel patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including in group settings, if needed
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of clinical experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing in an outpatient setting
  • Expertise in treatment of substance addiction and co-occurring disorders
  • Experience working with patients in different age groups, including older adults
  • Experience working with couples or family counseling
  • Experience with health psychology
  • Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)

UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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