NP Psych Need in Washington State
San Diego, California, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Nurse Practitioner
Specialty
Psychiatric-Mental Health
Salary
$90.00
– $110.00
• hourly
Degree Required
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Inpatient
Location
Washington, Washington, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
9/13/24
We are seeking a dedicated and board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join an inpatient psychiatric team. This role offers a structured schedule with a manageable call burden, focusing on providing high-quality care in an inpatient setting.
Job Responsibilities
Work within a 24-bed inpatient department.
Provide care with a patient load of approximately 12 per shift.
Utilize Epic EMR for patient documentation and management.
Participate in call coverage, with phone-only responsibilities on some nights.
Qualifications
Active WA License or Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) license.
Experience in inpatient psychiatric care preferred.
Working Hours
Skills
Medication Management: Experience in prescribing and managing psychiatric medications, including monitoring for side effects and adjusting treatment as needed.
Crisis Intervention: Skills in handling psychiatric emergencies and providing immediate care in high-stress situations.
Patient Care: Proficiency in delivering compassionate and effective care to patients with a range of psychiatric conditions.