Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry - General/Other in Raleigh, NC

Nurse Practitioner | Psychiatry - General/Other
Location: Raleigh, NC
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Adelphi is seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide comprehensive psychiatric services to adult offenders in the custody of a correctional facility in North Carolina. Positions are available for telepsychiatry . The Provider will work as part of an interdisciplinary team delivering care in accordance with established policies, community standards of practice, and correctional mental health guidelines.
Job Quick Facts: • ID: BD-878-43• Profession: Psychiatric Nurse Practioner (PMHNP)
• Service Setting: Inpatient • Coverage Type: Clinical/On-site • Location: Raleigh, NC • Contract Length: Ongoing • Start Date: ASAP • Shift Schedule: Full-time telepsych Monday - Friday, 8 hours per day Requirements: • Unrestricted North Carolina NP license with PMHNP certification. • BLS certification • DEA certification • ACLS certification • Minimum of one year post-licensure clinical experience in psychiatric or correctional settings preferred. • Familiarity with EMR systems (HERO preferred) and ability to function in a secure environment. Responsibilities: • Conduct psychiatric evaluations, mental health assessments, and crisis interventions for incarcerated adults. • Diagnose mental illnesses and develop individualized treatment plans. • Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications in compliance with the facility's formulary. • Monitor patient response to treatment and modify plans as clinically appropriate. • Maintain timely and accurate documentation using the HERO electronic medical record system. • Collaborate with physicians, correctional nurses, psychologists, and other clinical personnel. • Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and attend scheduled team meetings. • Comply with all DAC regulations, HIPAA requirements, and PREA standards. • Support continuity of care and appropriate referrals for higher levels of psychiatric treatment as needed.