Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Naphcare, Inc. • Winslow, AZ

4d • $82 - $89 • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to work at the Arizona Department of Corrections - Winslow in Winslow, Arizona. Pay ranges from $82.00 to $89.00 per hour, depending on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience. The role works under the supervision of a psychiatrist and alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to assess, diagnose, and treat facility residents with complex mental health needs in a controlled environment where security is a priority.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develops treatment plans while protecting the rights, dignity, and health of the patient population. The position also involves medication management, responding to psychiatric emergencies, maintaining patient records, supporting mental health education and training, complying with applicable requirements, and coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Arizona Nurse Practitioner license with psychiatric certification, or Physician Assistant credentials with at least one year of relevant psychiatric work experience.
• Current DEA registration in the state.
• Ability to obtain BLS CPR certification; AHA certification preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including people with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including people with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse individuals, including medical professionals and correctional staff.
• Strong written communication and 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

• 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 and provide immediate interventions and safety protocols within the facility.
• 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 are responsive to patients’ needs.
• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations while protecting patients’ rights, dignity, and health.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
• Prescriptions at no cost through the health plan, beginning on day one.
• Employee Assistance Program services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting on day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs.
• NetCE partnership providing continuing education and CME activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed