The Psychiatric Follow-Up Progress Note is a structured documentation tool used to track a patient’s ongoing mental health status, treatment response, and any changes in symptoms, functioning, or medication. It typically includes a focused review of the patient’s mood, behavior, adherence, side effects, risk assessment, and progress toward treatment goals.
For psychiatric NPs, this note provides continuity of care by capturing clinical changes between visits, facilitating timely adjustments in the treatment plan. It ensures that each encounter builds upon the last, supporting evidence-based care and regulatory compliance. The progress note also fosters patient engagement by reinforcing therapeutic goals and validating improvements or addressing setbacks in a measurable way.