Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- THE LAKES COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER INC
- Hayward, WI
- 6mo ago
- Full-Time
- On-site
The role of the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is to assess, diagnose and treat the health needs of patients. Many PNPs provide therapy and prescribe medications for patients who have physical, mental health or substance abuse problems.
Organizes data concerning patient's family, medical history, and onset of symptoms obtained from patient, relatives, and other sources such as other providers.
Assesses, diagnosis, and treats patients with psychiatric disorders and identifies risk factors for such disorders.
Examines patient to determine general physical condition.
Orders laboratory and other special diagnostic tests and evaluates data obtained.
Determines nature and extent of mental disorder, and formulates treatment program.
Treats or directs treatment of patient, utilizing variety of psychotherapeutic methods and medications.
Plans and administers therapeutic treatment by telephonic/ telehealth methodologies as indicated by patient needs and state guidelines.
Appropriate use of PPE/infection control protocols when providing treatment to patients.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Master's degree and/or Advanced Practice Nursing certification (CFNP, APRN, etc.) or equivalent; four to ten years related experience and/or training.
Preferred Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software.
Required Credentials, Certification, Licensure
Current Wisconsin Licensure and Certification
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 24 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
• Medical and dental insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 6 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Leave Bank
• 403(b) with a 4% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health and Wellness reimbursement program
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Partner of HRSA/NHSC loan repayment program
Our Mission is to respond to the healthcare needs of our communities with an integrated array of quality services and actively remove barriers to wellness.
NorthLakes Community Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references.