The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care to patients across the continuum of mental health services. Responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing and treating mental health conditions, developing individualized treatment plans, prescribing and managing psychotropic medications, providing patient and family education, and coordinating care with interdisciplinary team members. The PMHNP practices within applicable state and federal regulations, organizational policies, and professional standards while promoting high-quality, patient-centered, safe, and accessible behavioral health care.
