What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner position at Geisinger Health System?
Job Summary
Play a vital role in providing outstanding patient care as a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Psychiatry, collaborating with physicians to assess, diagnose, and treat both new and established patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate patient needs to establish accurate diagnoses and develop effective treatment plans.
- Document patient interactions meticulously in the electronic medical record system.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to inform treatment decisions.
- Prescribe, modify, or discontinue medications and therapies as required.
- Communicate critical patient information and changes in condition to collaborating physicians and healthcare teams.
- Advocate for patients by providing safe, ethical care while educating them and their families in understandable terms.
- Adhere to organizational policies and guidelines to achieve health goals efficiently.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner (required).
- Certification as a Nurse Practitioner from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
- Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Pennsylvania.
- Basic Life Support Certification.
About Us
At Geisinger, our mission is to prioritize patient and community care. We value kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety in all that we do.
We foster an inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity and collaboration, ensuring the best health outcomes for all.
