Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Pines Nursing & Rehab | Easton, Maryland Pines Nursing & Rehab is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our long-term care team in Easton, Maryland. We are looking for a provider who values a smaller, family-oriented environment and is passionate about improving the mental health and quality of life of our residents. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive psychiatric care to residents within our skilled nursing and long-term care facility. This role involves conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, managing psychotropic medications, and collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams to support residents with behavioral health and cognitive needs. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and evaluations for long-term care residents Develop, implement, and monitor individualized psychiatric treatment plans Provide medication management, including prescribing and monitoring psychotropic medications Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, social services, therapy teams, and families to coordinate care Monitor residents for behavioral changes, medication effectiveness, and potential side effects Assist with behavioral interventions and crisis management when needed Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in compliance with facility and regulatory standards Educate residents, families, and staff regarding mental health conditions and treatment approaches Participate in care planning meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions Support a compassionate, resident-centered approach to behavioral health care within the facility Qualifications Current and activeNurse Practitioner license Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification Experience in psychiatry, behavioral health, geriatrics, or long-term care preferred Strong understanding of psychotropic medications and behavioral health management Excellent communication, clinical assessment, and documentation skills Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Life insurance Referral program This organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of ancestry, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, military status, veteran status, or disability. No question on the application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. This application will be given every consideration; however, its receipt does not imply employment for the applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr