Geriatric Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Location: Catawba, Virginia
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (No weekends, holidays, or on-call duties)
Position Overview
We are seeking a certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with geriatric psychiatry experience to join our dynamic healthcare team. The Geriatric Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will work alongside attending psychiatrists, medical staff, and a full interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive psychiatric care for older adults with acute and chronic mental health conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and manage the psychiatric care of geriatric inpatients.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, internal medicine physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nursing staff to ensure holistic patient care.
- Monitor patients' progress, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and coordinate care for those requiring Acute Medical Management (AMM).
- Perform physical assessments as needed, though this is rarely required.
- Provide medication management, ensuring safe and effective pharmacological interventions.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation in compliance with hospital policies, Joint Commission, and CMS standards.
- Participate in case discussions, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
Qualifications
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) certification is required.
- Must hold a valid and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Virginia.
- Experience working in geriatric psychiatry or inpatient psychiatric settings preferred.
- Strong ability to work within an interdisciplinary team and provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and clinical decision-making skills.
Pay: $72.00 - $76.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification: