Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Job Description

Salary:

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Locations: Baton Rouge, LA

Full-Time or Part-Time

Advance Your Career in a Collaborative, Mission-Driven Mental Health Team

Are you a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with a passion for mental health care? Join Senior PsychCare (SPC) one of the fastest-growing behavioral health organizations in Louisiana and surrounding states. You will work in a supportive, team-based environment with flexibility, clinical support from industry-recognized psychiatrists, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of nursing home and assisted living residents.

About Us

Senior PsychCare provides collaborative behavioral health services to residents in long-term care facilities. Our multidisciplinary teams include Board-Certified Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Licensed Psychologists, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers/Licensed Professional Counselors/Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists. We focus on continuity of carenot triageensuring our patients receive comprehensive and compassionate services to achieve their best quality of life.

What Youll Do

Conduct cognitive and emotional assessments to set/manage treatment plans

Manage psychotropic medication and gradual dose reductions

Collaborate with nursing home staff and SPCs behavioral health team

Participate in treatment team meetings (in-person and virtual)

Deliver care both in-person and via telehealth when appropriate

Maintain accurate, timely documentation in our EHR system

What Sets SPC Apart

Collaborative team of specialists in geriatric mental health

Strong clinical infrastructure with administrative and tech support

Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle

Competitive compensation, paid training, and growth opportunities

Benefits & Perks

Guaranteed income during training/ramp-up

Flexible hours full-time and part-time options

Paid time off + Paid holidays

CEU support up to $750/year + 3 paid CEU days

Mileage reimbursement

Full benefits package, including:

- Medical, Dental, Vision

- 401(k) with matching

- Life and Disability Insurance

Company-provided laptop + Internet support

Administrative support for billing, credentialing, and authorizations

MIPS and EHR training provided

Qualifications

Licensed PMHNP or PA in the state of Louisiana

Psychiatric/mental health experience required

Experience with geriatric populations strongly preferred

Spanish bilingual is a plus

Must have a valid drivers license and be comfortable traveling locally

Adaptive, flexible, and committed to team-based care

Ready to Join Us?

Be part of a team that brings compassion, expertise, and peace of mind to those who need it most.

Recruiter: ext. 1014