Hours: Full-time (Monday-Friday) PRIMARY PURPOSE The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is an integral member of the Behavioral Health team at Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D), providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and collaborative treatment planning for patients across the lifespan. Working within an integrated, patient-centered model, the PMHNP partners closely with primary care, women's health, dental, behavioral health, and community providers to deliver high-quality, evidence-based mental health services. LCH&D offers flexible practice opportunities to meet both patient and provider needs. The position may include in-person traditional outpatient psychiatric services, full-time telepsychiatry, or a hybrid model that combines on-site and remote care. The PMHNP is responsible for delivering compassionate, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care while supporting LCH&D's mission to improve access to comprehensive behavioral health services throughout the community, ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Review patient’s medical history. • Elicit relevant information from patient regarding current and prior psychiatric conditions. • Elicit relevant information from patient regarding their lifestyle and behavior. • Elicit relevant information regarding family medical and mental health history. • Perform psychiatric evaluation and routine checkups and screenings. • Prescribe, direct, and/or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, behavioral, or substance use disorders. • Monitor medication management of patients evaluated and referred by the Behavioral Health Team. • Provide appropriate psychiatric treatment to adolescents and adults. • Collaborate with the legal guardian of minors • Monitor and teach patients the use of medications according to best practices. • Refer patients to specialty care if needed for complex medical conditions. • Provides psychiatric information and collaborates with primary care providers. • Collaborate appropriately with providers and behavioral health team. • Participate in Peer Review. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS • Masters of Science in Nursing with Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Practice Certification required. • Must be board certified in area of practice. • Must have BLS certification. • Must hold an active DEA Licensure. • Must be licensed in the State of Ohio and meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging. • Must maintain appropriate continuing education requirements as established by State Board of Medical Examiners. SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS • A minimum of one year of experience in a non-profit community healthcare or outpatient environment is preferred. • Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to Lorain County Health & Dentistry i.e. NextGen, EPM, EHR, etc. • Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change. • Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor and communicate enthusiastically with patients. • Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population. • Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach. • Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks. • Ability to work cooperatively with others. • Must have valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record • Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus. PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Fine and gross motor skills will be frequently employed. • Some lifting of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs. • 75% walking or standing, 25% sitting at a desk. • Category I re: exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases. BENEFITS • National Health Service Corps & Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Eligibility • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility • Paid Holidays • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Prescription Coverage • Employer Paid Life Insurance • Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability • 401(k) Retirement Plan, with employer match • Giving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve. Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to adhering to employment practices in accordance with the EEOC. LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department.