Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – PMHNP

CommuniCare Health Services

Psychiatric nurse practitioner assessing and treating residents in CommuniCare’s long-term care facilities. Developing behavioral-health plans, managing medications, and supporting multidisciplinary care teams.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeBlue Ash • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in psychiatric nursing with a focus on evidence-based practice, individualized treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in managing medications and therapies for adult and geriatric populations while ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Or Doctorate Degree In NursingCertification By The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)Experience In Behavioral HealthProficiency In Electronic Health Records (EHR)

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Hard Skills

Psychiatric NursingMedication ManagementTreatment Plan DevelopmentPatient AssessmentBehavioral Health CounselingClinical Care ExperienceDocumentation SkillsPatient-Centered CareInterdisciplinary Team CollaborationGeriatric Care

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsEffective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeamworkIndependent Decision-Making

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Records (EHR)Microsoft Office SuitePrescription Monitoring Program (PMP)

Certifications & Qualifications

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)Unrestricted License To Practice As An APRN In OhioValid DEA NumberControlled Substance Registration (CSR) In Ohio

Industry Keywords

Long-Term Care FacilitiesBehavioral HealthSkilled Nursing FacilityPatient ConfidentialityEvidence-Based Practice

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess, diagnose, and treat residents in long-term care facilities
Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams
Prescribe and manage medications and therapies tailored to long-term care
Provide counseling and support to residents and families
Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment plans
Educate residents and staff about behavioral health conditions and available resources
Serve as a leader on a multidisciplinary team to enhance residents’ overall well-being

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric nursing
Graduation from a state-certified advanced practice program specializing in psychiatry/mental health
At least 1-2 years of direct clinic care experience in behavioral health
Proficiency in working with both adult and geriatric populations
Specialty NP experience in Behavioral Health
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Previous experience in psychiatric nursing before transitioning to NP
Dedication to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development
Must have certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in Psychiatric Mental Health (PMH) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Must have an unrestricted license to practice as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) in Ohio
Must have a valid DEA number and unrestricted DEA license in Ohio
Must have a state-issued Controlled Substance Registration (CSR) in Ohio
Must be registered with the state Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) in Ohio where direct services will be provided
No suspension/exclusion/debarment from participation in federal health care programs (e.g. Medicare, Medicaid, SCHIP)
Maintain credentials and licensure with all major insurance companies and licensing boards with credentialing staff assistance
Experience delivering high-quality, patient-centered care
Proficiency documenting and navigating electronic health records (EHR) independently
Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality
Proficient computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work effectively on a multidisciplinary team
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
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
Ability to foster teamwork, train, and direct team members and colleagues
Excellent organizational skills, including productive independent decision-making
Preferred: 3+ years of experience as a psychiatric provider
Preferred: Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries
Outstanding, robust benefits package