Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Company: Mindify Wellness And Care
Location: Paterson
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Mindify Wellness and Care is
seeking a highly skilled, compassionate, and patient-centered
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide
comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment
services to our diverse client population. The PMHNP will be an
integral part of our collaborative care team, delivering
evidence-based pharmacotherapy and, where applicable,
psychotherapy, to help individuals achieve their mental wellness
goals. This role requires clinical excellence, strong communication
skills, and a commitment to Mindify Wellness and Care's values of
empathy, innovation, and client empowerment. Key Responsibilities:
Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessment & Diagnosis: Conduct thorough
initial psychiatric evaluations and ongoing assessments for
individuals across the lifespan (or specify age range if your
clinic focuses on adults/children only), including psychiatric
history, mental status exams, and risk assessments. Formulate
accurate psychiatric diagnoses based on DSM-5-TR criteria. Assess
for co-occurring medical conditions and substance use disorders,
integrating a holistic view of patient well-being. Treatment
Planning & Management: Develop individualized, evidence-based
treatment plans in collaboration with patients, incorporating
pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy (as appropriate and within scope),
and lifestyle interventions. Prescribe, manage, and monitor
psychotropic medications, including careful consideration of
dosage, side effects, interactions, and efficacy. Order and
interpret relevant diagnostic and laboratory tests to inform
treatment decisions and monitor medication safety. Adjust treatment
plans as needed based on patient response, clinical progress, and
evolving best practices. Therapeutic Interventions: Provide
culturally sensitive individual, group, and/or family psychotherapy
sessions, utilizing various therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT,
supportive therapy, psychodynamic principles) as appropriate and
within scope of practice. Offer psychoeducation to patients and
their families regarding mental health conditions, treatment
options, medication management, and coping strategies. Provide
crisis intervention and stabilization as needed, connecting
patients with appropriate resources. Collaboration & Coordination
of Care: Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team,
including psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, primary care
providers, and care coordinators, to ensure integrated and holistic
patient care. Participate in regular case conferences, clinical
meetings, and team discussions to ensure seamless patient
transitions and optimal outcomes. Coordinate referrals to other
specialists or community resources as necessary. Documentation &
Compliance: Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive electronic
medical records (EMR) in compliance with all Mindify Wellness and
Care policies, state/federal regulations, and HIPAA guidelines.
Complete all necessary documentation for billing, insurance, and
regulatory requirements. Adhere to all professional and ethical
standards of nursing practice and psychiatric mental health care.
Professional Development & Quality Improvement: Participate in
continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives to enhance patient
care and clinical outcomes. Engage in ongoing professional
development, continuing education, and maintain all required
licensures and certifications. Stay abreast of current research,
best practices, and advancements in psychopharmacology and mental
health treatment. Qualifications: Education: Master's or Doctorate
degree from an accredited Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse
Practitioner (PMHNP) program. Licensure & Certification: Current,
unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in [Your State].
Current, unencumbered Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
license in [Your State]. Current board certification as a
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) by the
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent. Current
DEA registration and prescriptive authority in [Your State].
Experience: Minimum of [e.g., 2-3] years of post-licensure clinical
experience as a PMHNP, preferably in an outpatient setting. (Adjust
years based on your need for new vs. experienced PMHNPs).
Experience working with diverse patient populations and a range of
mental health conditions (e.g., depression, anxiety disorders,
bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, substance use disorders). Experience
with telehealth platforms and delivery of virtual care is a plus if
applicable. Skills & Attributes: Exceptional Clinical Acumen:
Strong diagnostic and clinical reasoning skills in psychiatric
mental health. Empathetic & Compassionate Patient Care: Ability to
build strong therapeutic alliances with patients from diverse
backgrounds, demonstrating empathy, respect, and cultural
competence. Excellent Communication: Superior verbal and written
communication skills for effective patient education,
interdisciplinary collaboration, and clear documentation.
Independent & Collaborative: Ability to practice autonomously
within the scope of practice, while also excelling in a
team-oriented, collaborative environment. Critical Thinking &
Problem-Solving: Strong ability to analyze complex clinical
situations and make sound treatment decisions. Technologically
Proficient: Competency in using Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
systems (specify if you use a particular one, e.g.,
"eClinicalWorks," "TherapyNotes," "Epic") and telehealth platforms.
Ethical Practice: Unwavering commitment to ethical practice,
patient privacy, and professional standards. Powered by JazzHR
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