Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

JOB TITLE: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

JOB DETAILS: The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) will join the Lazarus Program, a dedicated street outreach team, providing comprehensive medical and mental health care to individuals experiencing homelessness. This role reports directly to the Program Supervisor for programmatic and operational aspects of outreach activities, with a dotted line reporting relationship to the Director of Psychiatry for all medical-related responsibilities and clinical oversight. The PMHNP will deliver direct client care, supervise other nursing staff at Camillus House, and ensure high-quality, coordinated care across outreach and on-site programs. Responsibilities include assessing, diagnosing, and managing mental health and medical needs, prescribing medication as appropriate, and overseeing nursing staff performance, training, and compliance.

Salary (Paid in US Dollars)

$125,000.00

Qualifications

• Education: Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialty in Psychiatry/Mental Health from an accredited program.
• Certification: Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).

• Licensure: Active and unrestricted NP license in Florida, with authorization to prescribe controlled substances.
• Language: Proficiency in oral/written English. Bilingual (i.e., Spanish) preferred; additional languages a plus (i.e., Creole)
• Skills: Proficiency in computer (Word, Excel, other data collecting programs).

Requirements

Successful completion of Toxicology test, L2 fingerprints, local background screening, and OIG reference check.

Valid FL Driver License
Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Job Type

Full-Time

Work Setting
In person, not remote, on assigned location.

*IF YOU ARE EMPLOYED BY CAMILLUS HOUSE, A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENEES PROGRAM.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

ABOUT CAMILLUS: For more than 62 years, Camillus House has provided a variety of programs to address the needs of individuals who are mentally ill and suffer from substance abuse disorders, with the end goal of helping them achieve housing stability. One of the largest and most comprehensive non-profit providers of housing and services for the homeless in Miami, Camillus offers those served compassionate and professional care through our DCF-licensed and CARF-Accredited behavioral health programs and specialized outreach teams, and our staff a rewarding career that makes a difference.

OUR MISSION: Camillus House is a mission-driven organization, focused on providing hospitality to those we serve through our values of Hospitality, Respect, Quality, Spirituality and Responsibility.

Responsibilities: Commitment to the Values and Mission of the Brothers of St. John of God as witnessed through Camillus House and Health in serving the needs of the underserved populations.

Direct Care and Assessment:

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnose mental health conditions, and assess clients' needs in street-based settings.
• Provide comprehensive mental and physical health care, addressing acute and chronic conditions, often involving co-occurring substance use disorders.

Treatment Planning and Management:

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management, crisis intervention, and mental health counseling.
• Monitor and manage clients' psychiatric medications, ensuring safe administration and coordination of follow-up care.
• Educate clients on prescribed treatments, medication adherence, and overall wellness.

Outreach and Engagement:

• Build rapport with clients using trauma-informed, harm-reduction approaches to encourage engagement with healthcare services.
• Collaborate with outreach team members, including case managers, CNAs, and peer support specialists, to provide holistic, client-centered care in the field.

Supervision and Training:

• Provide clinical oversight and mentorship to nurses across Camillus House programs, including street outreach and on-site nursing teams.
• Conduct regular performance reviews, ensure adherence to clinical protocols, and support ongoing professional development for nursing staff.
• Develop and lead training sessions in best practices for mental health, addiction treatment, trauma-informed care, and field-based nursing.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation of all interactions, assessments, and treatment plans in compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
• Utilize electronic health records (EHR) and the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), as applicable, to document encounters and client progress.
• Ensure that all nursing staff meet documentation standards, supporting quality assurance initiatives and regulatory compliance.

Collaboration and Community Coordination:

• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, social workers, addiction specialists, and healthcare providers, to coordinate client care.
• Engage with local health and social service providers, shelters, clinics, hospitals, and law enforcement to facilitate client access to additional resources.
• Represent Camillus House in collaborative efforts with community partners, fostering strong relationships and advocating for the needs of clients.
• Works outside of regularly scheduled hours during times of inclement weather (hurricanes, cold weather, and heat advisories) as part of the County's Emergency Response Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

INFO BOXCamillus House, Inc.

Miami, Florida

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Urgently Hiring

• We are looking for a professional, compassionate, and hospitable individual to join a multidisciplinary team in a rewarding environment who can work independently and well with others.
• Full-time: Monday through Friday
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule - several days per week early morning and several days per week early afternoon.
• Evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call, as needed.

CAMILLUS HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER