Job Description Help for Partial Job Description. Opens a new window. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient - PRN Job Locations US-FL-North Port

ID 2026-107630

# of Openings 1

Category NP/PA Recruiter :

Eva Fassauer Provider Specialty Advanced Practice Provider, Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Overview Location:

North Port Behavioral Health Hospital, 4501 Citizens Parkway, North Port, FL 34288 North Port Behavioral Health Hospital is a new 144-bed acute hospital located in North Port, FL and offers specialized care for adolescents ages 13-17, adults age 18 and older, and seniors age 55 and older who are living with mental health concerns and co-occurring substance use disorders. Our comprehensive approach is tailored to each age group, addressing the mental, physical, emotional, and social aspects of well-being to promote holistic healing. We are currently seeking a PRN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our skilled and patient focused team. About the role Provide medical evaluations and treatment of patients at facility under the supervision of the Medical Director and work collaboratively with the medical/clinical staff under the guidelines of state licensure for Nurse Practitioners.

Responsibilities Summary:

• Diagnose and treat acute, episodic or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team.
• Participate in the formulation of patient Master Treatment Plan
• Assess physical and psychiatric health of patient and formulate measures to meet patient needs.
• Chart clinical observation (direct or through dictation), evaluations and treatment of patient in required time according to facility guidelines.
• Communicate with physicians and other staff as necessary to provide quality care for patient within appropriate guidelines.
• Encourage family involvement in patient care. Respond to identified patient and family educational needs.
• Support and follow legal requirements, hospital policy and procedures, medical staff bylaws and regulatory requirements.
• Provide services that are in accordance with the state guidelines for Nurse Practitioners.
• Provide on-call responsibilities on scheduled basis directed by medical staff.
• May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays. May prescribe medication.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.

When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.