PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER (PMHNP) PRN
About The Position
Gulfport Behavioral Health System is an acute behavioral health hospital on the Mississippi Gulf Coast providing inpatient, partial hospitalization and outpatient services to children, adolescents, and adults. We have served our community for over 30-years and our Patriot Support Program provides inpatient around-the-clock mental health treatment to help military members and their families, veterans, and first responders cope with stressful issues every day. Join our expanding medical staff team where the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner assists in the process of evaluating and assessing patients in an inpatient setting. Consults with the physician regarding treatment recommendations and referrals. Opportuniy to work with various patient populations including children, adolescents, adults, and the military. The position is PRN including weekend and weekday coverage.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree as a Nurse Practitioner or APRN and completion of a post graduate program for psychiatric mental health nursing.
- Licensed to practice in the State of Mississippi as a Nurse Practitioner or APRN.
- If medication privileges are exercised, prescriptive authority from the Board of Medical Examiners is required.
Nice To Haves
- Preferably two or more years experience within a psychiatric setting.
- A minimum of two (2) years experience in working with an Outpatient setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the process of evaluating and assessing patients in an inpatient setting.
- Consults with the physician regarding treatment recommendations and referrals.
- Works with various patient populations including children, adolescents, adults, and the military.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Senior
