About this role
Compensation: $130,000 - $145,000/yr Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), PTO, holidays, five CME days, up to $500 CME allowance, malpractice and bonus opportunity At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric services to incarcerated individuals within a correctional facility and with a collaborating physician. This includes assessing, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric disorders and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare services within a medical home model. The successful applicant should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements: Psychiatric Assessment and Diagnosis:
• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of incarcerated individuals to determine the presence and severity of mental health disorders. • Diagnose and classify mental illnesses according to established diagnostic criteria (e.g., DSM-5). • Assess and evaluate suicide risk, self-harm, and dangerous behaviors among incarcerated individuals. • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and correctional staff to gather relevant information for accurate diagnoses. Treatment Planning and Implementation:
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for incarcerated individuals with psychiatric disorders. • Prescribe appropriate psychiatric medications and monitor their effectiveness and side effects. • Provide brief psychotherapy and counseling services to incarcerated individuals, using evidence-based therapeutic modalities. • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and ensure a holistic approach to treatment. • Modify treatment plans as needed based on patients' progress and response to interventions. Crisis Intervention and Emergency Services:
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies within the correctional facility promptly and efficiently. • Conduct crisis assessments, provide stabilization, and implement appropriate intervention strategies. • Collaborate with correctional staff and healthcare team members to implement emergency response protocols. • Determine the need for a higher level of psychiatric treatment when necessary. Collaboration and Consultation:
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including primary care physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nurses, to provide integrated care to incarcerated individuals. • Consult with the interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans for incarcerated individuals with complex psychiatric needs. • Provide expertise and guidance to correctional staff regarding mental health issues, crisis management, and suicide prevention. • Participate in case conferences, treatment team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives. Documentation and Compliance:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date psychiatric records for each incarcerated individual, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and progress notes. • Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines pertaining to correctional healthcare and patient confidentiality. • Adhere to the correctional facility's policies and procedures related to documentation and record-keeping. Education and Training:
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in psychiatric medicine, treatment modalities, and relevant research. • Engage in continuous professional development and relevant educational activities. • Provide training and education to correctional staff on mental health topics, crisis management, and de-escalation techniques Qualifications:
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner • Current and unrestricted Nurse practitioner license in the state/jurisdiction where the correctional facility is located and DEA. • Experience in providing psychiatric care or relevant experience in correctional or underserved populations is preferred. • Strong assessment and diagnostic skills, with the ability to manage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions. • Proficiency in prescribing medications and therapies under physician supervision CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran