Description

Job Summary
Full-time Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) opportunity within a Psychiatry specialty practice. The schedule consists of three 12-hour shifts (7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.), primarily Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

This position is part of a behavioral health team serving patients in an inpatient mental health unit with an associated outpatient practice. The provider reports to the Section Chief and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification is preferred; Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) will also be considered.

 
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing patient management
Assess, diagnose, and treat behavioral and mental health conditions
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Prescribe medications in accordance with state regulations
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnosis and treatment plans
Document patient care accurately and timely in electronic medical record systems
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care coordination
 

Requirements

Qualifications
Education:
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Experience:
None required

Licensure/Certification:

Current Licensed Nurse Practitioner (LNP) or Physician Assistant license
Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (if applicable to NP)
DEA license
AHA BLS-HCP certification required
Advanced Life Support certification preferred
Eligible for prescriptive authority in accordance with state regulations
Other Requirements:

Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and healthcare providers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with electronic medical record systems