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:

General

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.

Consultation

Provide regular consultations to consulting providers and behavioral health care managers. Conduct problem focused psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and diagnoses of patients in collaboration with a supervising physician to address the consultation question. Advise on appropriate medications and non-medication treatment strategies for patients with behavioral health issues. Recommend treatment adjustments, including medication changes and other interventions, within 24 hours of consultation. Support treatment in the medical setting until patients can be engaged in specialized care if needed. Provide educational support to the care team on diagnosing and managing behavioral health conditions. Be available for ad hoc telephone consultations for complex cases or challenging patient situations.

 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 and hospital consultation 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 and apply to position #24001106.

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