Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

NaphCare•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join their team of medical professionals in the Polk County Jail in Des Moines, IA. As a Correctional Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you will work under the supervision of a psychiatrist, alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals, to provide mental health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for the facility residents. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex mental health needs.

Requirements

Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in STATE
Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in STATE
A current DEA registration in State
Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including those with mental health and substance use disorders
Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse individuals, including other medical professionals and correctional staff
Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills and have strong computer skills.
Strong assessment and diagnostic skills
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

Providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnosing mental health conditions to facility residents that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population.
Assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with psychiatric disorders.
Medication management including prescribing, adjusting and discontinuing medication as needed.
Maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
Responding to psychiatric emergencies, providing immediate interventions and safety protocols within the facility.
Coordinate, lead and participate in educational training activities related to mental health care.
Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards.
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including correctional staff, psychologists, social workers and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans and ensuring staff are responsive to patients’ needs.