Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PT/PRN) Location: Edwards, Colorado 81632 Employment Type: Part-Time / Per Diem (PRN) Schedule: Flexible weekdays and weekends with on-call rotation About This Opportunity Join our dynamic, integrative mental health treatment team as a Part-Time/PRN Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). We're seeking a compassionate, skilled clinician to provide high-quality psychiatric care in one of the most scenic treatment environments in the country. This flexible role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clients' lives while maintaining work-life balance through our part-time and on-call scheduling model. Role Overview As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you'll be a licensed practitioner responsible for managing mental health conditions and coordinating comprehensive psychiatric care for clients. Working within State and Federal regulations and the standards of advanced nursing and psychiatric practice, you'll provide patient-centered care through psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, therapeutic interventions, and ongoing evaluation of client progress. You'll integrate evidence-based psychiatric care with medical oversight as needed, collaborating closely with our multidisciplinary treatment team to support holistic mental health and wellness. Key Responsibilities Complete comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments with development of individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the treatment team Manage psychotropic medications with careful monitoring and adjustment based on patient response and side effects Identify appropriate candidates for advanced treatment modalities such as dTMS and ketamine therapy; provide administration and monitoring of these treatments Provide primary care services including health assessments, diagnosis, and treatment of common acute and chronic medical conditions for patients in the psychiatric facility Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations (H&Ps) Order and interpret diagnostic tests and lab work; initiate appropriate interventions or referrals Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and other healthcare providers to develop integrated treatment plans addressing both physical and mental health needs Monitor and manage physical health side effects of psychotropic medications Serve as a clinical consultant to staff regarding physical health questions or concerns Educate patients and families about medical conditions, medications, and healthy lifestyle habits Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and case conferences Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EMR) Assist with crisis intervention and coordinate with emergency or inpatient services when necessary Support medication-assisted treatment (MAT) protocols as applicable Promote a trauma-informed, patient-centered approach in all care delivery Emphasize preventative care and disease management Respond to all clinical duties in a timely and clinically appropriate manner Required Qualifications Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Licensure Board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) Current Nurse Practitioner certification DEA license and eligibility to prescribe medications Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program BLS/CPR certification required; ACLS preferred Minimum 2 years of experience in the Nurse Practitioner role (preferred with substance abuse/behavioral health experience) Valid driver's license with appropriate references Transcript from an accredited university Preferred Skills & Experience Experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting Experience with advanced psychiatric treatment modalities (dTMS, ketamine therapy) Substance abuse treatment experience Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems ACLS certification Experience with medication-assisted treatment (MAT) protocols Familiarity with trauma-informed care practices Essential Attributes & Skills Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Excellent communication skills; ability to articulate complex clinical information clearly High moral and ethical values with commitment to patient-centered care Willingness to be open to learning and professional growth Appropriate interpersonal and personal boundaries Maturity of judgment and professional behavior Flexibility and adaptability to accommodate changes in work schedule and clinical situations Ability to work effectively on both weekdays and weekends as part of our on-call rotation Comfort with on-call responsibilities and flexible scheduling Basic computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based clinical platforms Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Physical Requirements The physical requirements described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to walk, stand, bend, and climb stairs Ability to speak English fluently and hear clearly Ability to use a telephone and operate standard office equipment (computer, copier, fax machine) Ability to drive an automobile Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds Schedule & Availability This is a flexible part-time/PRN position with the following expectations: Part-time or per diem (PRN) hours available Availability for both weekday and weekend shifts Participation in our on-call rotation schedule Flexibility to accommodate clinical needs and patient care demands #J-18808-Ljbffr