Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP): Part-Time
MedTrust LLC•Roseburg, OR
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team at the Douglas County Jail located in Roseburg, OR. As a vital member of our medical staff, you will provide high-quality patient care in a correctional setting. Your expertise will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs, implementing care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Requirements
- Must have an active, unrestricted APRN license in the state of Oregon with Mental Health Certification
- Must have at least one (1) year of experience
- Must have a valid DEA
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
Nice To Haves
- Correctional experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning of patients in the medical unit, housing units, and/or via telepsychiatry to evaluate current/past mental health issues.
- Responds to mental health emergencies throughout the facility.
- Collaborates with the Mental Health Clinician regarding patient status and treatment.
- Manages psychiatric medication for patients utilizing MedHealth formulary. When non-formulary medications are required, the psychiatric practitioner will follow established protocols for obtaining such medications.
- Delivers care in accordance with established MedHealth Policies and Procedures.
- Thoroughly documents all patient encounters in electronic or paper medical record in accordance with MedHealth Policies and Procedures, and within state, local, federal guidelines.
- Communicates the need for special housing to appropriate medical and security personnel.
- Follows all County Policies and Procedures with regard to security and patient contact.
- Collaborates with Health Service Administrator, Medical Director, Medical Nurse Practitioner, and Security Personnel regarding patients as needed.
- Attends mandatory monthly staff meetings and quarterly Pharmaceutical & Therapeutic meetings via phone or in person.
- Other duties as necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
