ARNP Mental Health \ Psychiatric IP (Wknd) (NE)

MultiCare Health System; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 113,652 - 161,868; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Job summary

MultiCare Health System in Seattle is seeking an experienced inpatient psychiatric ARNP responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating adult patients with psychiatric disorders. The role involves conducting risk assessments, formulating treatment plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in nursing, active licenses in Washington, and relevant psychiatric certifications. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $100.00 with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from an accredited nursing program.
• Active RN and NP licenses in Washington state.
• Certification in Adult/Gerontologic Psychiatry or Lifespan.
• DEA license and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat adult patients with psychiatric disorders.
• Conduct risk assessments for suicide and violence.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for treatment.

Skills

Psychiatric evaluation

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Medication management

Team coordination

Education

Graduate degree from accredited nursing program

Active Washington state RN license

State NP license

Adult/Gerontologic Psychiatry certification

Tools

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Position Summary

The inpatient psychiatric ARNP is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and directing treatment for adult patients with psychiatric disorders admitted to acute inpatient level of care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients 18 years or older with acute psychiatric disorders requiring inpatient hospitalization
• Conduct suicide and violence risk assessments
• Formulate and implement comprehensive and evidence-based treatment plans
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications
• Order laboratory tests as indicated
• Manage acute behavioral emergencies with behavioral and pharmacologic interventions
• Lead treatment team meetings and coordinate activity of the interdisciplinary team, including primary care providers, social workers, RNs, and other team members
• Consult with primary care providers and other clinicians to facilitate evaluation and treatment of medical conditions
• Collaborate with Social Workers and Court Evaluators to assess readiness for discharge and formulate discharge plans
• Document in the electronic medical record

Requirements

• A graduate degree from an advanced nursing education program accredited by a national nursing accreditation body recognized by the United States Department of Education.
• An active Washington state RN license, without sanctions or restrictions
• State NP license
• Current CME hours to maintain licensure
• Adult/Gerontologic Psychiatry and/or Lifespan Certification of Completion from the American Nurse Credentialing Center or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners
• Registration capability with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
• An active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

FTE: 0.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Weekends

The hourly rate for this position is $100.00 per hour

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $100.00 - $100.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

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