Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - San Diego, CAJob Type: Full-Time
Shifts: Days (Mon-Fri)
Job Description:
We are looking for a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our medical team in San Diego, CA, who can work in an Outpatient clinic.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed patient assessments, including medical history, physical examinations, and mental health evaluations.
- Collaborate with the treatment team to develop and implement individualized care plans, emphasizing evidence-based interventions and medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
- Prescribe and manage medications for addiction and other health conditions, monitoring efficacy and side effects.
- Provide ongoing patient education and counseling on substance abuse, health maintenance, and disease prevention.
- Medical management is conducted in collaboration with other health care team members, such as clinical staff and other patient care team members to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive approach to patient care.
Qualification/Experience:
- Master's degree or Doctorate Degree in Nursing as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
- Experience in psychiatry hospital or a clinic required
- Min 2-3 years of experience working in Psychiatric setting
Licenses/Certifications:
- Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of California
- Active DEA License
Benefits:
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance coverage for you and your family
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee share program
- Flex spending accounts
- Tuition reimbursement
