Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
MDB Health Services•Lake Charles, LA
•Onsite
About The Position
MDB Health Services is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide psychiatric care and psychotropic medication management to residents of long-term care facilities in the Lake Charles, Louisiana area. This is a part-time position during standard business hours.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in nursing with a specialization in psychiatric-mental health nursing, or an equivalent qualification.
- Current Nurse Practitioner license valid for practice in Louisiana.
- AANP/ANCC credential and DEA license required.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with clinical documentation practices and occupational health principles.
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s needs.
- Prescribe, monitor, and manage psychotropic medications.
- Collaborate with facility staff and a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with applicable standards.
- Educate and support patients and families regarding mental health conditions and treatment plans.
- Participate in clinical research initiatives when applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
