Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Geisinger; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility located in South Carolina is seeking an experienced Full Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join their team. You will provide medical evaluations and treatment under the supervision of the Medical Director, and work collaboratively with the healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Nursing and a minimum of one year of clinical experience. This position requires board certification and a DEA license. Join us in making a positive impact on patient care in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or Nurse Practitioner program required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Practicing Nurse Practitioner preferred.
• Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat acute, episodic or chronic illnesses.
• Participate in the formulation of patient Master Treatment Plans.
• Assess physical and psychiatric health of patients.

Skills

Clinical experience with patient population

Knowledge of therapeutic boundaries

Crisis management skills

Patient care skills

Education

Master's in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Full Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team at Rebound Behavioral Health Hospital, our peaceful, wooded estate that is located between Charlotte, NC, and Lancaster, SC.

Rebound Behavioral Health Hospital is a 63-bed inpatient program designed to treat men and women ages 18 and up. Our beautiful treatment center is nestled in 50 acres of pine trees and scenic gazing ponds, surrounded by serene, shaded pathways.

Our inpatient care program provides an atmosphere of hope as we partner with the adults and older adults who come to us struggling with mental health disorders and substance use disorder. Each client is treated with the dignity and respect they deserve, and our program provides the relaxing escape from the stresses of daily life needed to help our clients begin their recovery journey. We treat disorders such as:

• Depression
• Bipolar disorder
• Anxiety disorders
• Substance use disorder
• Posttraumatic stress disorder
• Co-occurring (dual diagnosis) disorders

Overview

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.

For more details please contact - [e-mail] or call/text: 615.861.7581

Responsibilities

• 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

• 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 Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
• 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 dependence 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.