Job Description
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Naphcare, Inc. - 3.2 Tampa, FL Job Details Part-time 14 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Psychiatry RN License Professional ethics BLS Certification Regulatory compliance First aid State healthcare regulations Nurse Practitioner (NP) DEA License Advanced practice provider Computer skills Patient interaction Health status assessment Clinical confidentiality policies Working with individuals with substance use disorders Working with individuals from underserved communities Healthcare compliance
PMHNP Full Job Description Overview:
NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team of medical professionals in the Hillsborough County Jail in Tampa, FL . As a Correctional Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner , you will work under the supervision of a psychiatrist, alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals, to provide mental health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for the facility residents. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health needs. Responsibilities:
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnosing mental health conditions to facility residents that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Additional responsibilities may include and not be limited to: Assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with psychiatric disorders Medication management including prescribing, adjusting and discontinuing medication as needed Maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient records, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes Responding to psychiatric emergencies, providing immediate interventions and safety protocols within the facility Coordinate, lead and participate in educational training activities related to mental health care Ensuring compliance with State and Federal mandates and regulations, including court mandates and standards Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including correctional staff, psychologists, social workers and other medical professionals to develop and implement treatment plans and ensuring staff are responsive to patients' needs Qualifications:
Education / Licenses / Certifications Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)in Florida Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in Florida A current DEA registration in Florida Have a valid AHA BLS CPR
card Experience / Requirements / Qualifications / Skills Experience with underserved and marginalized populations, including those with mental health and substance use disorders Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with diverse individuals, including other medical professionals and correctional staff Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills and have strong computer skills. Strong assessment and diagnostic skills Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening Physical Capabilities:
Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift. Why Join NaphCare? NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company. NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:
Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one! Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one! Lowest Cost Benefits! Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one! Tuition Assistance Referral bonuses Term life insurance at no cost to the employee Generous paid time off & paid holidays Free continuing education and CMEs NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up to date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing. If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, please first apply directly to the position to initiate the application process , then send your resume to and I'll be in touch. Equal Opportunity Employer:
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