Geriatric Psychiatric NP for LTC — Texarkana

MDB Health Services; Nashville (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

MDB Health Services in Texarkana, Arkansas seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to deliver psychiatric care and psychotropic management to residents in long-term care facilities. The position offers either part-time or full-time options with standard business hours.

Required qualifications include a Master’s degree in nursing with a psychiatric-mental health specialization, an active Arkansas NP license, and AANP/ANCC and DEA credentials.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing with psychiatric-mental health specialization.
• Current Nurse Practitioner license valid for practice in Arkansas.
• AANP/ANCC and DEA license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s needs.
• Prescribe, monitor, and manage psychotropic medications.
• Collaborate with facility staff and a multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with applicable standards.
• Educate and support patients and families regarding mental health conditions and treatment plans.
• Participate in clinical research initiatives when applicable.

Education

Master’s degree in nursing – psychiatric-mental health

Job description

MDB Health Services in Texarkana, Arkansas seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to deliver psychiatric care and psychotropic management to residents in long-term care facilities. The position offers either part-time or full-time options with standard business hours.

Required qualifications include a Master’s degree in nursing with a psychiatric-mental health specialization, an active Arkansas NP license, and AANP/ANCC and DEA credentials.