Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

NaphCare•Columbiana, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join its team at the Alabama Therapeutic Education Facility (ATEF) in Columbiana, Alabama. Working under the supervision of a psychiatrist and alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals, the nurse practitioner provides mental health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for facility residents. This role takes place in a controlled environment where security is a top priority and serves a diverse population with complex mental health needs. The position includes comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions, medication management, patient-record documentation, and responding to psychiatric emergencies. The nurse practitioner also collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, supports mental health education and training, and helps ensure care complies with applicable state and federal mandates, regulations, and standards. NaphCare describes itself as one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities in the United States. The company supports career advancement and offers competitive salaries and benefits 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, with the 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, and 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 while protecting residents’ rights, dignity, and health.
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.