Psych Nurse Practitioner – Shreveport Position Available In Caddo, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: The Psych Nurse Practitioner position in Shreveport offered by MDB Health Services involves conducting Cognitive Behavior Assessments and providing Psychiatric Services in nursing homes in North MS. Responsibilities include psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, medication management, collaboration with healthcare professionals, and maintaining accurate medical documentation. Qualifications include a Master's degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing and a current Nurse Practitioner license in the specified location.
Job Description
Psych Nurse Practitioner – Shreveport 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars Shreveport, LA MDB Health Services Overview MDB provides medical and psychiatric services to residents in long-term care facilities (LTCs) in Mississippi, Louisiana and Arkansas. We are the largest healthcare provider in LTC in the region, and we have an outstanding team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and therapists. We have been providing services in LTC settings for over 12 years, and we have a very strong reputation among both clinicians and LTCs.
Key Responsibilities:
In this role you will travel to various nursing homes to provide Cognitive Behavior Assessments and fill in Psychiatric Services in the North MS area.
This includes:
Cognitive Behavior Assessments Conducting thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments. Developing and implementing personalized treatment plans based on patient needs. Offering psychotropic medication management, including prescribing and monitoring medications. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to ensure patient care. Maintaining accurate medical documentation in line with regulatory standards. Participating in clinical research initiatives when applicable. Providing education and support to patients and their families regarding mental health conditions and treatments.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (or equivalent). Current Nurse Practitioner license in specified location. Familiarity with medical documentation practices and occupational health principles is a plus.
