Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Acadia Healthcare; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Full-Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our behavioral health team. You will provide medical evaluations and treatment under the supervision of the Medical Director and collaborate with the staff to deliver comprehensive care to adults and seniors.

The role requires a Master’s in Nursing and NP licensure, with at least one year of NP experience preferred. DEA license and state licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Master's in Nursing required for NP practice.
• Active Nurse Practitioner license in Indiana.
• DEA license and state licensure required with patient care focus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat patients in a behavioral health setting under Medical Director supervision.
• Conduct medical evaluations and formulate treatment plans.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure compliant, quality patient care.
• Provide on-call coverage as scheduled by medical staff.
• Promote patient safety and family involvement in care.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Clinical experience

Patient care

Education

Master's in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Overview

Location: Maple Heights Behavioral Health, 3955 West Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46818

Maple Heights Behavioral Healthis a new, 120-bedinpatienthospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana, that provides comprehensive treatmentforadults and seniors who are struggling withacutesymptoms of a variety of mental health disorders.

We are currently seeking to add a Full-Time, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team!

Provide medical evaluations and treatment of patients at facility under the supervision of the Medical Director and work collaboratively with the medical/clinical staff under the guidelines of state licensure for Nurse Practitioners.

Responsibilities

Summary:

• Diagnose and treat acute, episodic or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team.
• Participate in the formulation of patient Master Treatment Plan
• Assess physical and psychiatric health of patient and formulate measures to meet patient needs.
• Chart clinical observation (direct or through dictation), evaluations and treatment of patient in required time according to facility guidelines.
• Communicate with physicians and other staff as necessary to provide quality care for patient within appropriate guidelines.
• Encourage family involvement in patient care. Respond to identified patient and family educational needs.
• Support and follow legal requirements, hospital policy and procedures, medical staff bylaws and regulatory requirements.
• Provide services that are in accordance with the state guidelines for Nurse Practitioners.
• Provide on-call responsibilities on scheduled basis directed by medical staff.
• May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays. May prescribe medication.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Master's in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner program required.
• Clinical experience working with the patient population of the facility; ability to demonstrate knowledge of concepts of limit setting, therapeutic boundaries, crisis management, therapeutic treatment, environment and patient care required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Practicing Nurse Practitioner preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner required.
• Licensed to practice in the state in which the facility operates.
• DEA license.

Acadia Healthcare

Acadia is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services across the United States.

Headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, Acadia Healthcare operates a network of 250 behavioral healthcare facilities with approximately 11,000 beds in 39 states and Puerto Rico. With more than 23,000 employees serving approximately 70,000 patients daily.

We provide psychiatric and chemical dependency services to our patients in a variety of settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, specialty treatment facilities, residential treatment centers, outpatient clinics and therapeutic school-based programs.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.