Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

ENDEAVORS•San Antonio, TX

17h•$110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with medical and behavioral health clinic staff as a medication prescriber and care provider for patients with acute and/or chronic mental health issues. The role includes conducting psychiatric evaluations and histories and physicals, writing orders, providing consultations, managing medications short term, and prescribing treatments. The position is full-time, with part-time opportunities also available, and is located in San Antonio, Texas.

Requirements

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and completion of an advanced practice nursing program.
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP).
Professional license allowing practice in the State of Texas.
Current CPR certification.
Driver’s license with a clear record.
Daily use of a vehicle without prior notice.
Maintain regular and acceptable attendance as determined by the employer.
Be available and willing to work occasional nights, weekends, and holidays as required by business needs.
Willingness to perform other duties as required.
Must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety or health of themselves or others.

Responsibilities

Educate patients and family members about mental health and medical conditions, preventative health measures, medications, and treatment plans.
Prescribe psychotropic medications as permitted by state regulations and collaborative practice agreements.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and case management, to implement or evaluate treatment plans.
Develop and implement treatment plans.
Complete case documentation and participate in peer reviews.
Participate in professional growth and development activities, including conferences or continuing education.
Conduct individual, group, or family psychotherapy for people with chronic or acute mental disorders, where applicable.
Interpret diagnostic or laboratory tests, such as electrocardiograms (EKGs) and renal functioning tests.
Consult with psychiatrists or other professionals about unusual or complex cases.
Participate in treatment team conferences regarding diagnosis or treatment of difficult, high-risk, and/or acute cases.
Develop practice protocols for mental health problems based on review and evaluation of published research.
Refer patients needing more specialized or complex treatment to psychiatrists, primary care physicians, or other medical specialists.
Develop, implement, or evaluate programs, such as crisis response actions.
Present mental health topics, such as psychotropic medication, to the team during in-services.
Monitor the use and status of onsite medical and pharmaceutical supplies.
Provide exceptional customer service by placing the child, family, Veteran, or client first in support of the organization’s mission.
Perform other duties as assigned.