Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient (Washington)

Psychiatry/Mental Health-NP OpportunityMDstaffers is seeking a qualified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Washington. The primary focus of the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is to provide integrated behavioral health treatment to clients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Collaborating with therapists, case managers, nurses and other members of the treatment team. Taking ownership of the pharmacological intervention, the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will complete psychiatric evaluations, prescribe appropriate medications, and provide general medical counseling and referrals.Details:Full-time, PermanentInpatient onlyMonday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pmCompleting initial psychiatric evaluations and assessing mental health and physical health status at routine appointmentsPrescribing and monitoring psychotropic medications and educating clients and their support system about the medication's purpose, appropriate dosage, and possible side effectsCollaborating with each client to create an individualized treatment planEducating staff, clients, and other community partners about individual mental health needsFollowing trauma-informed principles in all aspects of client careAssessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicatedCompleting all documentation and charting in a timely, client-centered mannerParticipating in on-call and rounding rotations for our inpatient facilitiesBenefits:Competitive salaries within our communities and industryHealthcare coverage for employee and qualified membersGenerous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policiesAccess to Employee Assistance Program servicesAgency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensationAdditional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensationAgency-funded life and disability insurance programSite eligibility for student loan repayment programs (conditions apply)Qualifications:Master's or doctorate degree in nursing or nursing practice with psychiatric mental health specializationRegistered nurse license and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner license in Washington stateFederal DEA registrationFirst Aid & CPR certificationMust have a valid driver's license and vehicle liability insuranceMDstaffers Commitment to Excellence:We are committed to developing lasting relationships with our candidates. You are an expert at medical care, we are experts in healthcare staffing. Let us use our expertise and resources to find the right opportunity for you.Our services are provided at no cost to our candidates. We have knowledgeable recruiters that cater to your career preferences. We assist with scheduling interviews and provide resources to simplify the licensing process. We facilitate the negotiation of your salary and terms of contract. Our experienced Support Services Department streamlines the credentialing process.