Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

CoreCivic; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Holidays

Bonus opportunity

Five CME days a year

CME allowance up to $500/year

Job summary

CoreCivic, a correctional healthcare provider, seeks a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive psychiatric services to incarcerated individuals within a correctional facility. You will assess, diagnose, and treat psychiatric disorders, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care within a medical home model.

The role involves conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, and providing brief psychotherapy, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• Board-certified PMHNP with scope to practice in Kansas.
• Current, unrestricted NP license in Kansas and DEA registration.
• Experience in psychiatric care, preferably in correctional or underserved populations.
• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills across acute and chronic conditions.
• Proficiency with prescribing medications under physician supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations of incarcerated individuals to assess disorders.
• Diagnose and classify mental illnesses per DSM-5.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and monitor effects.
• Provide brief psychotherapy and coordinate with care teams.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies and crisis situations.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Crisis intervention

DSM-5 knowledge

Collaboration with medical team

Documentation & compliance

Education

Board-certified PMHNP

Active Kansas NP license + DEA

Job description

Compensation: $100,000 - $135,000/yr

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), PTO, holidays, bonus opportunity, Five CME days a year, up to $500 a year CME allowance

At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric services to incarcerated individuals within a correctional facility and with a collaborating physician. This includes assessing, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric disorders and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare services within a medical home model.

Psychiatric Assessment And Diagnosis

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of incarcerated individuals to determine the presence and severity of mental health disorders.
• Diagnose and classify mental illnesses according to established diagnostic criteria (e.g., DSM-5).
• Assess and evaluate suicide risk, self-harm, and dangerous behaviors among incarcerated individuals.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and correctional staff to gather relevant information for accurate diagnoses.

Treatment Planning And Implementation

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for incarcerated individuals with psychiatric disorders.
• Prescribe appropriate psychiatric medications and monitor their effectiveness and side effects.
• Provide brief psychotherapy and counseling services to incarcerated individuals, using evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and ensure a holistic approach to treatment.
• Modify treatment plans as needed based on patients' progress and response to interventions.

Crisis Intervention And Emergency Services

• Respond to psychiatric emergencies within the correctional facility promptly and efficiently.
• Conduct crisis assessments, provide stabilization, and implement appropriate intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with correctional staff and healthcare team members to implement emergency response protocols.
• Determine the need for a higher level of psychiatric treatment when necessary.

Collaboration And Consultation

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including primary care physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nurses, to provide integrated care to incarcerated individuals.
• Consult with the interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans for incarcerated individuals with complex psychiatric needs.
• Provide expertise and guidance to correctional staff regarding mental health issues, crisis management, and suicide prevention.
• Participate in case conferences, treatment team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.

Documentation And Compliance

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date psychiatric records for each incarcerated individual, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines pertaining to correctional healthcare and patient confidentiality.
• Adhere to the correctional facility's policies and procedures related to documentation and record-keeping.

Education And Training

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in psychiatric medicine, treatment modalities, and relevant research.
• Engage in continuous professional development and relevant educational activities.
• Provide training and education to correctional staff on mental health topics, crisis management, and de-escalation techniques

Qualifications

• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
• Current and unrestricted Nurse practitioner license in the state/jurisdiction where the correctional facility is located and DEA.
• Experience in providing psychiatric care or relevant experience in correctional or underserved populations is preferred.
• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills, with the ability to manage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Proficiency in prescribing medications and therapies under physician supervision

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE - including Disability/Veteran