Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Pract-Clinical/Psychiatric)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Bragg, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This Advanced Practice Nurse position is located in the Department of Behavioral Health at Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The nurse provides advanced practice nursing care to patients requiring behavioral health services, including psychiatric evaluation, treatment planning, medication education, observation, documentation, and coordination with other providers.

The position requires a graduate or higher-level nursing degree in Psychiatric or another related specialty from an accredited program, along with at least one year of qualifying professional nursing experience. Applicants must also meet applicable registration, credentialing, clinical privilege, and certification requirements.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• A graduate or higher-level degree in nursing from an accredited professional nursing educational program in Psychiatric or another related specialty; transcripts must be provided.
• Applicants educated at foreign nursing schools must provide official certification from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools.
• At least one year of professional nursing experience diagnosing psychiatric illnesses, performing psychiatric evaluations, and prescribing medications for patients with psychiatric or behavioral health needs.
• The required experience must be met through experience; education cannot substitute for it.
• Must obtain and maintain Basic Life Support certification from or in accordance with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Must fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical examination.
• Must meet applicable immunization requirements, including Hepatitis B for direct patient contact and seasonal influenza vaccination unless exempted for medical or religious reasons.
• Subject to pre-employment screening, random drug testing, and a background investigation.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds in the regular performance of duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide the full range of advanced practice nursing care for patients requiring behavioral health services.
• Evaluate new and existing patients for behavioral health or psychiatric needs.
• Implement mutually agreed-upon solutions regarding behavioral health.
• Educate patients about the risks and benefits of prescribed medications.
• Closely observe patients and evaluate and record significant behavior and reaction patterns.
• Maintain appropriate records using a computerized record-keeping and coding system.
• Collaborate with primary care and other providers regarding patients’ behavioral health or psychiatric services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior