What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner position at Hattiesburg Psychiatric Services?
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive mental health care to patients in a private practice setting. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health disorders while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Prescribe medications and monitor their effects on patients.
- Provide psychotherapy and counseling to individuals.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate referrals for patients in out of the scope of care.
- Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training to stay current with best practices in psychiatric care.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and practices.
- Experience in primary care, assisted living, nursing home settings, or geriatrics is preferred.
- Familiarity with dementia care, occupational health, hospice palliative medicine, ICU, critical care, or pediatrics is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation and patient management.
- Empathy and compassion towards patients facing mental health challenges.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients by providing exceptional psychiatric care in a supportive environment!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $1.00 per year
Medical Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Ability to Relocate:
- Hattiesburg, MS 39402: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person