Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PMHNP BC
Company: Optum
Location: Fayetteville
Posted on: May 8, 2025
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Job Description:
Carolina Behavioral Care, part of the Optum family of
businesses, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse
Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) to join our team in Fayetteville, NC. Optum
is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way
clinicians work and live. -
As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an
integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
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Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We're
revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals,
clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are
bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry
leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our
holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs
of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and
navigate care anytime and anywhere. We're connecting care to create
a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join
our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), you will
treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the
needs of our diverse patient population. You will interact directly
with patients in an outpatient clinical setting and work as part of
a collaborative team to provide exceptional behavioral health
care.
Primary 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
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
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an
environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on
what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide
development for other roles you may be interested in.Required
Qualifications:
Active, clear licensure as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse
Practitioner (PMHNP) in the state of North Carolina -
Board Certification as PMHNP-BC
Current and active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration)
registration for prescribing controlled substances
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 service
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of clinical experience 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 with health psychology
Experience working with computers for professional communication
and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other
EHRs)
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under
applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion,
age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability,
or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected
by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.---
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass
a drug test before beginning employment.
Keywords: Optum, Burlington , Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PMHNP BC, Healthcare , Fayetteville, North Carolina
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