Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnose mental health conditions.
• Treat patients with psychiatric disorders, including medication management.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies, providing immediate interventions and safety protocols within the facility.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including correctional staff, psychologists, social workers, and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards.

Qualifications

• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in NV.
• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in NV.
• Active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred).
• Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including those with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse individuals, including other medical professionals and correctional staff.
• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Display integrity, professionalism, and adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds).
• Ability to bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks like CPR.
• Good balance and endurance throughout a shift.