Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care Full Time

Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care Full Time

Are you a Nurse Practitioner passionate about whole-person care and meaningful patient outcomes? Join our team at Western State Hospital (WSH), where you'll provide primary medical care to individuals in a collaborative, recovery-focused mental health setting. Your skills and compassion will help shape a healthier future for those who need it most.

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility nestled in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation "Learning" programs.

We are proud to be a leader in behavioral health care innovation and patient-centered outcomes. Our team of compassionate, highly skilled professionals is committed to recovery, self-determination, and wellness for all individuals we serve.

As a Nurse Practitioner at WSH, you will serve as a primary care provider for patients within our inpatient psychiatric hospital. You'll evaluate and treat patients with both chronic and acute medical conditions, partner closely with psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals, and make a lasting impact through a holistic approach to care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct comprehensive history and physicals
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies
• Coordinate care with specialty providers
• Communicate treatment plans to patients and families
• Guide medical students in Internal Medicine electives
• Attend teaching sessions
• Participate in performance improvement projects
• Report safety concerns within 24 hours
• Actively contribute to committee work
• Maintain CME requirements

What we offer:

Competitive salary, outstanding state benefits, comprehensive insurance options, and student loan repayment opportunities.

Minimum qualifications:

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, current unrestricted RN and NP licenses in the Commonwealth of Virginia with RX Authority, knowledge and extensive experience as FNP, Nurse Practitioner Board Certification for FNP, AGNP, or AGACNP Specialty, active Virginia DEA prior to approval of clinical privilege, knowledge in managing conditions like diabetes, hypertension, COPD, UTIs, etc., excellent clinical judgment, strong communication, and a respectful, collaborative approach.

Additional considerations:

Experience with psychotropic medication monitoring (preferred), autonomous licensure, bilingual, veteran or veteran spouse.