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What they do
A Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner provides mental health and nursing care to patients with psychiatric disorders, medical organic brain disorders or substance abuse problems. Diagnoses mental illness, develops treatment plans and prescribes medications. Teaches patient's family about the patient's condition. Works at hospitals with dedicated mental health unit, fully dedicated psychiatric hospital or in independent practice working from nursing homes and physicians' offices.
$125,201 / year median in Mississippi
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Conduct patient assessments, diagnose illnesses, and develop treatment plans
- Develop and implement patient care plans, including prescribing medications and other treatments
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as blood work and x-rays
- Educate patients and their families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care techniques
- Collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure confidentiality
- Participate in quality improvement activities
Requirements:
- Master's degree in nursing and certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or APRN
- Active state nursing license and DEA registration
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare providers
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills PIe6d9eaebbd15-4313