Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric
About The Position
To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov. The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Montana State Hospital. Montana State Hospital provides acute care psychiatric inpatient treatment for adults with serious mental illness. This position is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and is responsible for treating and prescribing care to patients as referred. Responsibilities include directing patient care and collaborating as a provider and treatment team member in the provision of unit specific treatment for psychiatric patients. Why Join DPHHS Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
Requirements
- Extensive and advanced knowledge of psychiatric advanced practice in nursing.
- Understanding of individual and team approaches to treatment and therapy for mental health illness.
- Ability to compose and provide information in the form of reports and complete clinical documentation.
- Knowledge of professional standards of practice for healthcare professionals in different disciplines, in medical clinic settings, and for the operation of a healthcare facility.
- Masters’ Degree from an accredited APRN program as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.
- Ability to be licensed as an APRN in the state of Montana, possess valid DEA license
- ANCC certification as Psychiatric- Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric- Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience providing psychiatric patient care as an APRN preferred.
Responsibilities
- Directing patient care
- Collaborating as a provider and treatment team member in the provision of unit specific treatment for psychiatric patients.
Benefits
- healthcare coverage
- retirement plans
- paid vacation
- sick leave
- holidays
- work/life balance
- eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
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Job Type
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