Nurse Practitioner NP

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner specializing in Psychiatry or 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.

Setting: Out Patient Monday to Friday NO WEEKENDS

Population: Geratic population

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.

• State licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority

• Experience working in psychiatric care, preferably with geriatric populations

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills

• 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.

If you're interested, please reply to this advertisement or directly email your resume to me at [email protected] or by calling/texting (949) 295-5951.

I strive to reply within 48 hours. Looking forward to connecting with you soon. Thank you!