Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry in Alaska - Excellent Benefits 2024-10-21

LocumJobsOnline is working with Cynet Locums to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in Alaska!

About The Position

Job Title : Nurse Practitioner Job Specialty : Mental Health Job Duration : 13 weeks Shift : 8-hour days Guaranteed Hours : 40 hours per week Experience : Minimum 2 years in Psychiatric care License : Current Advanced Nurse Practitioner RN License Certifications : Active DEA license, AHA BLS Must-Have : - 2 years of NP experience in Psych - Current Advanced Nurse Practitioner RN License Job Description : Conduct thorough physical and psychological examinations and obtain comprehensive patient medical histories.

• Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic testing such as lab work, radiology / imaging studies, EKGs, etc.- Formulate differential diagnoses and provide accurate diagnoses based on clinical assessment.
• Write specific orders within the limits of the practice agreement / scope of practice.- Provide acute care for patients with mental health issues while admitted to the inpatient mental health unit.

May provide long-term care for patients with behavioral health issues in an outpatient setting.- Develop individual care plans for patients, including treatment strategies for both acute and chronic conditions.

• Prescribe medications, therapies, and interventions following hospital policy and procedures and state and federal guidelines to meet the patient's needs.
• Perform advanced medical procedures such as wound care, suturing, etc., within the NP’s scope of practice.- Work closely with psychiatrists to manage psychopharmacology and coordinate multidisciplinary services.
• Serve as a psychiatric consultant to other hospital departments, including the emergency department.- Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as necessary based on response to care.
• Provide ongoing management of patients with chronic or complex conditions, often coordinating care across multiple areas / specialties.
• Respond to rapid response or other emergency / urgent medical needs when appropriate.- Work closely with physicians, surgeons, specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing to the discussions on patient treatment, discharge planning, and continuity of care.
• Provide appropriate directions to unit staff regarding patient care issues.- Participate in the education of students and other healthcare professionals.
• Work with administrative, nursing, and physician staff to ensure safe, effective, quality patient care.- Educate patients and families about mental health, including medications, risks, benefits, and expectations.
• Educate patients and their families or support system about diagnoses, treatment options, procedures, and preventive care.
• Provide counseling on lifestyle modifications, medication options and adherence, and disease management to promote optimal health outcomes.
• Assist in preparing patients for discharge by providing necessary instructions and ensuring appropriate follow-up care.
• Coordinate with outpatient providers, specialists, and home health services.- Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, documenting assessments, diagnoses, treatments, and patient progress.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards in record-keeping and patient care.
• Participate in hospital committees, quality improvement initiatives, and other tasks as needed.- Stay updated with hospital policies, federal, and state regulations.
• Welcome and participate in opportunities to advance the mission of the Mental Health Unit and Behavioral Health services.

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Job Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS - AHA
• BLS - AHA
• Core Competency
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam
• TNCC

About Cynet Locums

Cynet Locums is one of the fastest-growing locum tenens staffing firms in the US providing long term and short term Physician and Advanced Practice staffing services to countless hospitals, SNFs, clinics, labs, CROs, health & wellness centers, pharmacies, and other medical facilities across the United States.

Headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, we are a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise and a recognized Diversity Supplier.