Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

CoreCivic; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care to incarcerated individuals within a correctional facility. The clinician will collaborate with a collaborating physician and multidisciplinary team to provide medical home–style services.

The role includes psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, prescription management, brief psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and ongoing collaboration to ensure high‑quality, holistic care for inmates.

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.
• 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.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments to determine presence and severity of mental health disorders.
• Diagnose and classify mental illnesses according to DSM-5 criteria.
• Assess suicide risk, self-harm, and dangerous behaviors; coordinate with staff for safety.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans; prescribe medications and monitor effects.
• Provide brief psychotherapy and counseling using evidence-based modalities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to coordinate holistic care and treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate psychiatric records; ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and confidentiality.
• Provide staff training on mental health topics, crisis management, and de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Collaboration

Assessment & diagnosis

Education

Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Nurse practitioner license in the facility's state

Job description

$120,000-$200,000 per year

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.

The successful applicant should be able to perform allofthe following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with theactual job performance requirements:

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.

• 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

• A valid driver's license is required.

• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug Free Workplace & EOE– M/F/Vets/Disabled.