Corrections PMHNP: Lead Psychiatric Care & Treatment

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 114,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

South Dakota Department of Corrections is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care at the Pierre location. The role includes diagnosing, therapy, and medication management for inmates in a correctional setting, with potential to service other facilities across the state.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with licensure in SD and DEA required. Open until filled; salary ranges from $114,318 to $130,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Certified Nurse Practitioner in South Dakota.
• PMHNP certification by ANCC or ANA and DEA licensure.
• Ability to work in a correctional setting within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric services and psychosocial/physical assessments.
• Prescribe and regulate medications per patient care needs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and other medical providers.
• Document health appraisal data timely and accurately.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Direct patient care

Communication skills

English fluency

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Education

South Dakota NP license

DEA licensure

PMHNP certification (ANCC/ANA)

Job description

South Dakota Department of Corrections is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care at the Pierre location. The role includes diagnosing, therapy, and medication management for inmates in a correctional setting, with potential to service other facilities across the state.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with licensure in SD and DEA required. Open until filled; salary ranges from $114,318 to $130,000 depending on experience.