Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

UltaCare Medical • Olney, IL

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About The Position

UltaCare Medical is hiring a part-time Geri-psych Nurse Practitioner to assess, diagnose, and manage mental health and psychiatric conditions in residents of post-acute and long-term care nursing facilities. Under the supervision of a supervising psychiatrist, the Psych NP focuses on optimizing treatment to improve response, reduce side effects, and enhance quality of life. Conditions commonly addressed include anxiety, depression, dementia, and grief and loss.

The Psych NP works independently and remotely inside nursing facilities, in coordination with nursing home and assisted living facility staff. The schedule is flexible, with the practitioner choosing when to work while completing the agreed-upon hours. The role includes monthly oversight from a supervising psychiatrist for chart review and education and guidance. The position is part-time and fee for service.

Requirements

• Collaborate with nursing home and assisted living facility staff.
• PMHNP certification is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• PMHNP certification.

Responsibilities

• Review psychotropic medications in accordance with CMS guidelines.
• Make medication recommendations to onsite medical staff and follow up on medication effectiveness.
• Provide facility staff with guidance and instruction related to psychiatric illnesses.
• Meet monthly with the supervising psychiatrist for chart review, education, and guidance.
• Maintain open communication with patients, families or responsible parties, facility staff, and attending physicians.
• Use a customer-oriented approach to meet patient needs expediently, involving others in the plan of care as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality and a high level of professionalism.
• Communicate across all levels of the organization and work effectively within a team environment.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

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