First Choice Primary Care

BEHAVIORAL PSYCHE NURSE PRACTITIONER - PART TIME

Macon, GA, US

Remote
Part-time
2 days ago
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Position Summary: The Part Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides direct psychiatric care and substance use treatment, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), to patients. This position supports the integration of behavioral health and primary care in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting, with a focus on underserved populations. The PMHNP plays a key role in a multidisciplinary team committed to providing trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnose mental health and substance use disorders, and develop treatment plans. * Prescribe, manage, and monitor psychiatric medications, including buprenorphine and other MAT medications, in compliance with DEA and state regulations. * Provide ongoing medication management and counseling for patients in MAT, ensuring appropriate support and education. * Collaborate with medical providers, licensed therapists, care coordinators, and peer specialists to deliver integrated, team-based care. * Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and performance tracking activities. * Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR); complete all documentation within 72 hours of the patient encounter. * Ensure compliance with HRSA, UDS, and organizational standards for coding, billing, and documentation. * Educate patients and families on treatment options, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications. * Support the development of safety plans and participate in risk assessments for patients at risk of self-harm or violence. * Participate in continuing education and maintain current licensure, certifications, and MAT training requirements. * Provide psychiatric care via telehealth, when applicable, in compliance with telemedicine standards. * Maintain an active patient panel and meet established productivity expectations. * Engage in outreach or support services for special populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, those involved in the justice system, or other underserved groups. * Travel to multiple sites as needed to meet organizational and patient needs. Minimum Qualifications: * Master's or Doctorate degree in Nursing with specialization as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). * Current and unrestricted PMHNP licensure in the State of Georgia. * A current DEA number from the United States Drug Enforcement Administration * Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) * Minimum of one year of clinical experience in psychiatric or addiction medicine (preferred). * Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. * Commitment to integrated care and working in a team-based model.

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