Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Company: TEEMA
Location: Oceanport
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner specializing in Psychiatry Geriatrics to join our team. The NP will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive psychiatric care to geriatric patients, addressing their unique mental health needs with compassion and expertise. Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments of geriatric patients, including mental health history, symptoms, and functional status.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
• Provide evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for mental health disorders prevalent in geriatric populations, such as depression, anxiety, dementia-related behaviors, and psychosis.
• Perform medication management, including prescribing, adjusting dosages, and monitoring for therapeutic efficacy and side effects.
• Offer psychotherapy and counseling services to address emotional and behavioral concerns, utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), supportive therapy, and other modalities.
• Conduct crisis intervention and risk assessment for patients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms or suicidal ideation.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about mental health conditions, treatment options, medication adherence, and strategies for managing symptoms.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMR) documenting patient assessments, treatment plans, interventions, and progress notes.
• Stay informed about current developments in geriatric psychiatry, including research findings, best practices, and emerging treatments.
• Adhere to ethical standards, professional guidelines, and regulatory requirements governing psychiatric practice. Qualifications:
  • Master s degree in clinical nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
  • 3-5 years of nursing experience, preferably as a Nurse Practitioner.
  • State licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority
  • Experience working in psychiatric care, preferably with geriatric populations
  • Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
  • Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems
  • Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to older adults with mental health challenges. BENEFITS
    • Compensation commensurate with years of experience.
    • The company offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, a 401(k) plan, and an employee assistance program.
    • Our organization provides a competitive compensation package, focusing on excellent patient care within a collaborative environment that centers on patient well-being. We emphasize work-life balance and offer opportunities for professional growth, including meaningful contributions to patient care. SETTING
      • Our outpatient clinical setting operates full-time from Monday to Friday

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