Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP WI

We don’t just have a mission statement…we have a mission.

At Tulaya Wellness our commitment to optimal mental health and steadfast support isn’t just for our clients, it extends to every member of our team.

Tulaya Wellness realizes the strength of our practice is our exceptional staff. We support our clinicians in building a thriving and profitable caseload upon a culture of values of innovation, professionalism, and healthy work/life balance. We are currently seeking licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMNHP for full positions in our Milwaukee, WI location.

Position Summary:

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) will provide outpatient psychiatric evaluation and medication management services at Tulaya Wellness. This position will be supervised externally by a psychiatrist with whom there is a Collaborative Practice Agreement established upon hire. Liability insurance and collaborating physician costs are both paid for by Tulaya Wellness/Refresh Mental Health. Services will initially be office-based, with the opportunity to grow telehealth services in the future to serve clients at remote locations. The PMHNP will work in collaboration with our Nurse and other staff to coordinate client care, assist with insurance pre-authorization, and caseload management. Clinicians have the option of onsite, telehealth or hybrid scheduling.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

Minimum Required Education:

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Nursing with focus on Psychiatric nursing
• Graduation from a state-certified advance practice program specializing in psychiatry/mental health
• Minimum Required Experience:
• At least 2 years providing direct client care to persons receiving treatment for psychiatric disorders
• Preferred dual certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner

• Preferred Experience:
• 3+ years of experience as a psychiatric provider
• Experience in telemedicine

Licenses/Certifications:

• Must be certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center ANCC in Psychiatric Mental Health PMH as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP

• An unrestricted license to practice as an advanced practice registered nurse APRN in the state of Wisconsin
• Must have a valid DEA number and unrestricted DEA license in Wisconsin
• A state-issued Controlled Substance Registration CSR in Wisconsin
• Registration with the state Prescription Monitoring Program PMP in Wisconsin
• Maintain credentials and licensure with all major insurance companies and licensing boards with the assistance of Tulaya credentialing staff.

Other Skills Required:

• Experience in delivering high-quality, client-centered care
• Able to document and navigate EHR independently
• Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality
• Serves as a representative of Tulaya, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration and discretion in all interactions with Tulaya team members, clients, regulators and members of the general public

• Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary team
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general and professional documents. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Ability to foster teamwork; train and direct the work of team members and colleagues

• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work productively and make independent decisions.
• Working Conditions / Environment:
• Full-time equates to 40 working hours per week. Part Time hours TBD.
• Continuously meet minimum required hours of direct services to clients each week, allowing remainder of work hours for documentation, meetings, trainings, and supervision.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing psychiatric services to clients in a variety of clinical settings during scheduled hours. The scope of services includes outpatient psychiatric evaluations and medication management services.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat adults experiencing symptoms of a behavioral health disorders.
• Prescribe, recommend, or discontinue drugs and treatments to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders in accordance with the Collaborative Practice Agreement and the state’s Nurse Practice Act.
• Responsible for timely and accurate completion of medical records, including assessment, treatment plan, progress notes, outcome measures, and billing entries.

• Counsel clients during appointments, as necessary.
• Design/participate in the development of individualized treatment plans, incorporating best and leading practices into treatment interventions.
• Examine or order laboratory or diagnostic tests for clients to provide information on general physical condition and mental disorders.
• Return calls and emails promptly (within 48 hours of receipt or sooner if clinically necessary)
• Responsible for making independent decisions based on protocols developed utilizing national guidelines for treatment interventions.

• Responsible for maintaining customer relations with all agency staff and clients.
• Records all services performed for accurate billing for services provided in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, as well as payor rules and regulations. Submits billing documents in a timely fashion.
• Follow all procedures and protocols as per Provident policy, federal and state regulations, standard practice, and in accordance with the Collaborative Practice Agreement.
• Actively participate in all agency and department education, training, and in-services to confirm understanding of new information or changes to established clinical policies and procedures

Compensation:

• Salary Full time model
• Employees have the ability to earn 100K - 135K annually

About Tulaya Wellness

Tulaya Wellness is a proud member of the Refresh Mental Health network. Refresh provides outstanding operational support, infrastructure, and resources to allow clinicians to focus on what they do best — providing exemplary care to clients. This partnership allows us to offer additional resources and operational support while maintaining our local identity and leadership.

Tulaya Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a diverse workplace. We are committed to building a team that is inclusive of all people, including those of LGBTQIA+ communities, members of all ethnic groups, people with disabilities and medical conditions, foreign-born residents, and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Refresh is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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