NURSE PRACTITIONER

About the Facility

Prairie St. John's is a 132-bed psychiatric care facility located in Fargo, North Dakota, providing services for children, adolescents, and adults to address behavioral health and substance use challenges since 1997. Prairie offers inpatient hospitalization, day treatment, supportive housing, MAT, and intensive outpatient services. Accredited by The Joint Commission, it is the largest freestanding behavioral health facility in the region, serving over 4,000 patients annually.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and provide treatment for children and adolescents with emotional, mental, behavioral, and substance use challenges in accordance with Medical Staff bylaws and privileges.
• Partner with the Director of Clinical Services to develop and maintain a first-class clinical experience for patients.
• Create, implement, and evaluate treatment plans; document each patient visit as required.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling.
• Offer guidance, education, and oversight to residents, interns, and students.
• Participate in assigned committees, including planning and reviewing policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity in communications; ensure clarity, accuracy, and prompt responses while maintaining confidentiality.
• Collaborate effectively with co-workers and across departments.
• Adhere to safety policies, safe work practices, and hospital policies, including completing mandatory training and attending meetings.
• Work in different areas/units and varying shifts based on facility needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• RN licensure.
• Completion of a Master’s degree in Psychiatric Nursing.
• Passed the National exam for an Advanced Practice Nurse in Psychiatry or Certified Nurse Specialist in Psychiatry.
• Ability to clearly summarize pertinent clinical information via written correspondence and medical record documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook.