Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Marillac Health is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive psychiatric care to patients through evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, and therapeutic interventions. You will work within a team-based care model to ensure integrated, wrap-around access to mental health services for a diverse patient population.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including medical and psychiatric histories, mental status examinations, and review of psychological factors to determine accurate diagnosis
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs, including medication management, therapy, and other interventions
• Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychiatric medications as necessary, while educating patients about their medications and potential side effects
• Provide evidence-based individual psychotherapeutic interventions to address patient needs
• Collaborate with primary and behavioral health providers to ensure integrated care and address patients' holistic needs
• Assess and intervene in psychiatric crises or emergencies, making referrals for inpatient care when necessary
• Educate patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and preventive measures to support overall wellness
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records in compliance with all regulatory and documentation requirements
• Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity when providing care to a diverse patient population
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of mental health services
• Participate in bi-monthly team meetings to address clinical team and patient panel needs
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Psychiatric Mental Health Registered Nurse or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner credential
• Master of Science in Nursing with a psychiatric or behavioral health emphasis from an accredited college or university
• Current and unrestricted Colorado nursing license
• Colorado prescriptive privileges
• Unrestricted DEA license
• Current BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience working with diverse and underprivileged populations
• Bilingual capability

Vaccination Requirements

Must be current or willing to be vaccinated for the following:

• TDAP (up to date booster)
• MMR series
• Varicella
• Hepatitis B series
• Flu shot
• TB screening
• COVID-19 (recommended)

Compensation

• Sign-on bonus: $15,000