Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Behavioral Health

Highmark HealthPittsburgh, Pennsylvania

$71k/yrPosted 2 days ago

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Salary basis: Annual salary, $71k/yr
Work mode: In person

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Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: Identifies and manages psychiatric problems for patients within the CRNP scope of practice. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provides appropriate patient care to include recording patient psychiatric history, developing therapeutic care plan, ordering diagnostic tests, interpreting test results, discharge planning and providing accurate medical record documentation for patients in a psychiatric setting. (60%) Communicates plan o…

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About Highmark Health

Highmark Health is hiring for this PMHNP position. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners play a critical role in addressing the growing demand for mental health services across the United States. This employer is actively seeking qualified candidates to join their team.

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