Savoy Medical Center is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner.
Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practioner to join our team. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in providing care and support to individuals with mental health disorders. Your expertise and skills will contribute to the overall well-being of our patients.
Duties:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' mental health conditions
- Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patients' needs
- Administer medications and monitor their effectiveness
- Monitor patients' vital signs and report any significant changes
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide holistic care
- Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies
- Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary
- Document patient information accurately and maintain confidentiality
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and practices
- Ability to work effectively with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Experience in working with children and adolescents is preferred
- Proficiency in utilizing electronic medical record systems such as Cerner
- Familiarity with pain management techniques and protocols
- Knowledge of utilization review processes and procedures
- Ability to perform basic sterile processing tasks
- Competency in conducting sonography for diagnostic purposes is a plus
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with mental health disorders, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing high-quality care to our patients.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not exhaustive or comprehensive. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
Work setting:
Ability to Relocate:
- Mamou, LA 70554: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person