Experience in community-based mental health settings
Board-certified or board-eligible psychiatrist, medical psychologist, or APRN specializing in adult mental health
Strong assessment and diagnostic skills
Ability to manage pharmacologic treatments effectively
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to determine medication needs
Document patient assessments and interactions in the electronic health record (EHR)
Prescribe and manage pharmacologic treatments, including controlled substances
Monitor patient progress and adjust medications as necessary
Facilitate direct patient admissions to hospitals when appropriate
Participate in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to develop coordinated treatment plans
Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, registered nurses, and other care team members
Provide community-based services, including traveling to patient locations with team support
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team
Engagement in community-based mental health care
Supportive work environment with team collaboration
Potential for professional development through team meetings
Flexibility in patient care locations
Full Job Description
We are seeking Nurse Practitioner to join our team in our Hammond, LAlocation.
Earn: $96.15/hour
Position Details
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality mental health care to individuals living with chronic mental illness. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and manage patients' psychiatric needs in a community-based setting.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to determine medication needs
Document patient assessments and interactions in the electronic health record (EHR)
Prescribe and manage pharmacologic treatments, including controlled substances
Monitor patient progress and adjust medications as necessary
Facilitate direct patient admissions to hospitals when appropriate
Participate in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to develop coordinated treatment plans
Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, registered nurses, and other care team members
Provide community-based services, including traveling to patient locations with team support
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Must have an active driver's license within the state of Louisiana
Willing to work in a community based setting
Board-certified or board-eligible psychiatrist, a medical psychologist, or an advance practice registered nurse (APRN) with a specialty in adult mental health in the state of Louisiana
About Merakey
Merakey is a leading provider of healthcare and human services in the USA. The company offers a wide range of services, including behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disabilities, education, and autism services. Merakey has a team of experienced professionals who provide high-quality care to individuals and families. The company has offices in more than 10 states in the USA.
