Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner -Boone Clinic

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner -Boone ClinicDepartment: Medical SupportEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Naval Medical Center PortsmouthDescriptionMedTrust is excited to announce a great new opportunity for a civilian Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at US Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Boone Clinic. If you want to be a part of this highly respected and elite group of health-care professionals, we would love to speak with you today!Key ResponsibilitiesPsychiatric Nurse Practitioners (NP) work closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers and other psychiatric nurse practitioners. Research & student mentoring opportunities are available. New and proven therapies are supported. Coordination of care is collaborative and a team approach to treatment is encouraged. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners (NP) participate in the following:Perform Psychiatric assessments and implements plans of careConduct psychiatric triageAdminister and prescribe medicationsFacilitates groupsProvides patient counselingSkills, Knowledge and ExpertiseBasic Life SupportCertification (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA)Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).Possess a minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner within the preceding three (3) years. Have DEA and prescription authorization on license.BenefitsCompetitive PayMedical, Dental, VisionPaid Time Off (PTO)Federal Holidays OffCEU Reimbursement401K