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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.
$131,432 / year median in New Mexico
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Preferred Qualifications Prior experience in:
Inpatient psychiatric settings Behavioral health or substance use treatment facilities Hospital or acute care environments Familiarity with medical clearance processes for psychiatric admissions. Experience working collaboratively with psychiatric providers and nursing teams. Experience with EHR systems.Benefits:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employer paid health insurance that is effective day one of employment. Retirement plan with employer contribution. Unlimited paid time off. Continuing education and professional development opportunities. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Schedule flexibility of seven days on and seven days off OR three 12-hour shifts and every other weekend. Athra is an equal opportunity employer. Pay Range $125,000.00 None to $140,000.00 NoneBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance