Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

United States Department of Veterans Affairs • Ashtabula, OH

438d • $105,755 - $162,662 • Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at the Department of Veterans Affairs is responsible for managing a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention. This role involves developing individualized care plans, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and providing education to patients and their families. The position emphasizes leadership and the application of evidence-based practices to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must possess a full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State or territory.
• Must have a post-master's certificate or master's or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Maintain full and current board certification in an area of clinical specialty from a recognized certifying body.
• Proficiency in basic written and spoken English is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in managing complex patient care.
• Familiarity with evidence-based practice in psychiatric care.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized plans for optimal population health and disease management.
• Demonstrate leadership and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Order and interpret labs, tests, and diagnostic studies.
• Prescribe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.
• Initiate referrals and consults to specialty services.
• Provide education to patients and their families.
• Assess and adjust the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular increases and potential performance awards.
• 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays).
• Traditional federal pension and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA.
• Comprehensive health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Master's degree