About this opportunity
Kahak DC lists this Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
A psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner is trained to care for patients with mental health issues across the lifespan. Nurse practitioners are qualified in assessment, diagnosis, planning and evaluation, often providing some of the same services as medical doctors.
Job Summary
The psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner role includes a series of steps in patient care such as:
Carry out examinations and mental health assessments
Diagnose psychiatric illness
Educate the patient or family
Prescribe a treatment plan, including medications
Lead psychotherapy sessions
Coordinate services for other healthcare components
Qualifications / Licenses Required
CRNP-PMH (Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric Mental Health)
APRN-PMH (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Psychiatric Mental Health)
DEA
Control Substance License
Note: Must be licensed to provide services in Washington, DC
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.