Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine at UT Health San Antonio is recruiting a highly motivated and licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Texas. The position is 100% outpatient, Monday through Friday with no afterhours call. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping patients achieve better mental health and possess the necessary skills and qualifications to provide effective psychiatric care.  

 
Responsibilities:
·         Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnoses of patients in collaboration with a supervising physician
·         Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, utilizing evidence-based interventions
·         Prescribe and monitor medications and treatments, adjusting as necessary to achieve optimal patient outcomes
·         Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding mental health conditions, treatment options, and strategies for self-care and coping
·         Coordinate care with other healthcare providers as necessary to ensure continuity of care and holistic treatment
·         Document all patient encounters and maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in the EPIC electronic medical record
·         Participate in quality improvement initiatives and stay current with new developments and trends in psychiatric care
·         Adhere to ethical and legal standards of practice, including maintaining patient confidentiality and providing culturally sensitive care

Qualifications:
·         Current and valid license as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas
·         Master's or doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
·         Experience working in a psychiatric setting providing direct patient care preferred but will interview persons recently graduated
·         Strong knowledge of psychiatric medications, treatment modalities, and evidence-based practices
·         Excellent communication, interpersonal, and clinical skills
·         Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with other healthcare providers
·         Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care
·         Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
·         Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare technology

For more information regarding this opportunity and/or to apply for this position, please navigate to the UT Health Careers portal at: https://uthscsa.referrals.selectminds.com/faculty

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