Geriatric Psychiatric NP - Acute & Outpatient Care

Unity Psychiatric Care - Martin; Martin (TN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Psychiatric Care in Martin, TN seeks a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to deliver medically necessary psychiatric services to adult and geriatric patients in acute and outpatient settings under a collaborating psychiatrist.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nursing and facility staff, thorough documentation for billing, prescriptive authority, and active participation in quality improvement, ensuring compassionate, evidence-based care and seamless

Qualifications

• Five years RN clinical experience with three years as Psychiatric APRN preferred.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Geriatric nursing experience is a plus.
• Eligible for prescriptive privileges.
• Active NPI number.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric evaluation, care and treatment to patients.
• Perform evaluations and case management with attending physicians.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests for behavioral health needs.
• Ensure documentation is complete and timely for billing and medical necessity.
• Maintain prescriptive authority and write orders per applicable laws.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team for continuity of care.
• Advocate for patients and communicate with families as appropriate.
• Participate in quality monitoring and credentialing processes.

Skills

Team collaboration

Clinical evaluation

Prescriptive authority

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Unity Psychiatric Care in Martin, TN seeks a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to deliver medically necessary psychiatric services to adult and geriatric patients in acute and outpatient settings under a collaborating psychiatrist.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nursing and facility staff, thorough documentation for billing, prescriptive authority, and active participation in quality improvement, ensuring compassionate, evidence-based care and seamless