Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Naphcare, Inc.•Columbiana, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to work at the Alabama Therapeutic Education Facility (ATEF) in Columbiana, Alabama. The role provides mental health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for facility residents in a secure correctional environment. The practitioner works under the supervision of a psychiatrist and alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals, serving a diverse population with complex mental health needs. The position is responsible for comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnosis while protecting residents’ rights, dignity, and health. Duties include assessing and treating psychiatric disorders, managing medications, maintaining records, responding to emergencies, supporting mental health education, complying with applicable mandates and regulations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. NaphCare describes itself as a growing provider of healthcare services to correctional facilities and offers competitive salaries, employee benefits, and career advancement support. The listed benefits apply to full-time employees.

Requirements

Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Alabama.
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) licenses in Alabama.
Current DEA registration in the state.
Active BLS/CPR certification; AHA certification preferred.
Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including people with mental health and substance use disorders.
Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate with diverse individuals, including medical professionals and correctional staff.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and strong computer skills.
Strong assessment and diagnostic skills.
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
Integrity and professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances; and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

AHA-preferred BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnose mental health conditions for facility residents.
Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with psychiatric disorders.
Manage medications, including prescribing, adjusting, and discontinuing them as needed.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
Respond to psychiatric emergencies by providing immediate interventions and following facility safety protocols.
Coordinate, lead, and participate in educational training activities related to mental health care.
Ensure compliance with state and federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards.
Collaborate with correctional staff, psychologists, social workers, and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans and ensure staff respond to patients’ needs.
Protect the rights, dignity, and health of the patient population.