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O*NET-SOC 29-1141.02

Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses

Assess, diagnose, and treat individuals and families with mental health or substance use disorders or the potential for such disorders. Apply therapeutic activities, including the prescription of medication, per state regulations, and the administration of psychotherapy.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Assess patients' mental and physical status, based on the presenting symptoms and complaints.Core17331
  2. Diagnose psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions.Core17334
  3. Document patients' medical and psychological histories, physical assessment results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, or outcomes.Core17329
  4. Educate patients and family members about mental health and medical conditions, preventive health measures, medications, or treatment plans.Core17327
  5. Write prescriptions for psychotropic medications as allowed by state regulations and collaborative practice agreements.Core17319
  6. Monitor patients' medication usage and results.Core17326
  7. Evaluate patients' behavior to formulate diagnoses or assess treatments.Core17324
  8. Distinguish between physiologically- and psychologically-based disorders, and diagnose appropriately.Core17328
  9. Develop and implement treatment plans.Core17325
  10. Conduct individual, group, or family psychotherapy for those with chronic or acute mental disorders.Core17335
  11. Participate in activities aimed at professional growth and development, including conferences or continuing education activities.Core17313
  12. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, or nursing staff, to develop, implement, or evaluate treatment plans.Core17332
  13. Consult with psychiatrists or other professionals when unusual or complex cases are encountered.Core17330
  14. Refer patients requiring more specialized or complex treatment to psychiatrists, primary care physicians, or other medical specialists.Core17320
  15. Participate in treatment team conferences regarding diagnosis or treatment of difficult cases.Core17322
  16. Interpret diagnostic or laboratory tests, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs) and renal functioning tests.Core17323
  17. Monitor the use and status of medical and pharmaceutical supplies.Supplemental17315
  18. Develop practice protocols for mental health problems, based on review and evaluation of published research.Core17316
  19. Provide routine physical health screenings to detect or monitor problems such as heart disease and diabetes.Core17321
  20. Administer medications, including those administered by injection.Core17333
  21. Treat patients for routine physical health problems.Supplemental17318
  22. Direct or provide home health services.Supplemental17314
  23. Develop, implement, or evaluate programs such as outreach activities, community mental health programs, and crisis situation response activities.Core17317
  24. Teach classes in mental health topics, such as stress reduction.Supplemental17312

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 31 examples in 10 categories, 7 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Medical software

  • AUDIT-C
  • Beck Anxiety Inventory
  • Beck Depression Inventory
  • Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale BPRS Nursing Modification
  • California Verbal Learning Test
  • Category Fluency Test
  • Children's Depression Inventory
  • Controlled Oral Word Association Task
  • Electroconvulsive therapy equipment
  • Epic HER
  • Geriatric Depression Scale
  • Hendrich Falls Risk Model
  • Medical condition coding software
  • Millon Behavioral Medicine Diagnostic
  • Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 MMPI-2
  • Myers Briggs Type Indicator
  • NEO PI-R
  • Patient Health Questionaire
  • Patient management software
  • Young Mania Rating Scale
  • Zung Depression Rating Scale

Video conferencing software

  • Google MeetIn Demand

Data base user interface and query software

  • Invivo Data EPX ePRO Management System
  • Microsoft AccessHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Electronic mail software

  • Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Project management software

  • Microsoft TeamsHot TechnologyIn Demand

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Analytical or scientific software

  • SASHot Technology

Internet browser software

  • Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

  • Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

  • Examine patients to assess general physical condition.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

  • Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Analyzing Data or Information

  • Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Diagnose medical conditions.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

  • Develop medical treatment plans.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Design public or employee health programs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

  • Maintain medical or professional knowledge.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

  • Establish nursing policies or standards.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Record patient medical histories.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

  • Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Assisting and Caring for Others

  • Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Treat patients using psychological therapies.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Provide basic health care services.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Administer intravenous medications.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Developing and Building Teams

  • Visit individuals in their homes to provide support or information.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

  • Teach health management classes.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

  • Maintain inventory of medical supplies or equipment.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Prescribe medications.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 22
Distinct tools0
Level mix
  • No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.