Description

We are currently seeking a dedicated Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner) specializing in Psychiatry. In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing high-quality psychiatric care to patients. Your expertise will be instrumental in diagnosing, treating, and managing mental health conditions, making a significant impact on the well-being of individuals in need of psychiatric services. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care.

As a Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner) in Psychiatry, you will be responsible for conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, and offering therapeutic interventions. Your role will involve working closely with patients to address their mental health concerns, promote recovery, and enhance their overall quality of life. Join us in this rewarding position where you can make a difference in the field of mental health while expanding your professional skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and evaluations to determine patients' mental health needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with various psychiatric disorders.
• Prescribe and manage medications in accordance with established protocols and guidelines.
• Provide counseling and psychoeducation to patients and their families to support treatment goals.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Monitor and evaluate patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Document patient interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and timely.
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and continuing education activities to enhance clinical practice.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatry.
• Active Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice.
• Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
• Demonstrated experience in providing psychiatric care to patients across the lifespan.
• Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology and evidence-based treatment modalities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective patient engagement.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based healthcare environment.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational and time management abilities.

Schedule: 8-hour shifts

24-hour call required

Duties: Routine, urgent, and emergent mental health care, suicide prevention and crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, and discharge planning and reentry coordination

Paid travel & expenses