Nurse Practitioner

Requirements Must have an active driver’s license in Louisiana Willing to work in a community-based setting Board-certified or board-eligible psychiatrist, a medical psychologist, or an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) with a specialty in adult mental health in Louisiana Position Overview We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Lafayette, LA. Earn: $96.15/hour. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to determine medication needs Document patient assessments and interactions in the EHR Prescribe and manage pharmacologic treatments, including controlled substances Monitor patient progress and adjust medications as necessary Facilitate direct patient admissions to hospitals when appropriate Participate in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to develop coordinated treatment plans Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, registered nurses, and other care team members Provide community-based services, including traveling to patient locations with team support Benefits DailyPay Work/Life Balance Flexible Schedules Cell Phone Discount Plans Employee Referral BonusesTuition Reimbursement Care.com Membership Equal Opportunity Employer Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Veterans are welcome to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr