What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position at TEEMA?
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner specializing in Psychiatry Geriatrics to contribute to our organization. The NP will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive psychiatric care to geriatric patients, addressing their unique mental health needs with compassion and expertise.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments of geriatric patients, including mental health history, symptoms, and functional status.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
- Provide evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for mental health disorders prevalent in geriatric populations, such as depression, anxiety, dementia-related behaviors, and psychosis.
- Perform medication management, including prescribing, adjusting dosages, and monitoring for therapeutic efficacy and side effects.
- Offer psychotherapy and counseling services to address emotional and behavioral concerns, utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), supportive therapy, and other modalities.
- Conduct crisis intervention and risk assessment for patients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms or suicidal ideation.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers about mental health conditions, treatment options, medication adherence, and strategies for managing symptoms.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMR) documenting patient assessments, treatment plans, interventions, and progress notes.
- Stay informed about current developments in geriatric psychiatry, including research findings, best practices, and emerging treatments.
- Adhere to ethical standards, professional guidelines, and regulatory requirements governing psychiatric practice.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in clinical nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- 3-5 years of nursing experience, preferably as a Nurse Practitioner.
- State licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority.
- Experience working in psychiatric care, preferably with geriatric populations.
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to older adults with mental health challenges.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) plan, and an employee assistance program.
Setting
Our outpatient clinical setting operates full-time from Monday to Friday.
