Job Description
Description
We are looking for an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide services to the detention adult & juvenile patient population. Outpatient clinic is open Monday thru Friday from 9 to 9.
This position is for 8 hours/week (on Tuesdays) 0800-1630. Requires 24/7 on-call, however, it is rarely utilized after hours. During business hours the staff will cluster their calls.
Expected hours: 8 per week
Standard shift:
Day shift
Supplemental schedule:
On call
Work setting:
Corrections
In-person
Outpatient
Key Responsibilities
Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning of patients in the medical unit, housing units, and/or via telepsychiatry to evaluate current/past mental health issues
Responds to mental health emergencies throughout the facility
Collaborates with the Mental Health Clinician regarding patient status and treatment
Manages psychiatric medication for patients utilizing MedTrust formulary. When non-formulary medications are required, the psychiatric practitioner will follow established protocols for obtaining such medications
Follows all County Policies and Procedures with regard to security and patient contacts
Collaborates with HSA, Medical Director, and Medical NP regarding patients as needed
Attends mandatory monthly staff meetings and annual trainings via phone or in person
Attends quarterly MAC meetings and participates in quarterly P&T calls via phone or in person
Follows all PREA guidelines and standards according to the County Sheriff’s office
Follows chain of command at all times
Treats staff, security, and patients with respect and professionalism at all times
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Requirements:
Must have an ACTIVE, unrestricted APRN license in the state of Wyoming with Mental Health Certification
Must be willing to submit to a drug screen
Must pass a background check and criminal history check
Must have at least one year experience
Correctional experience preferred
Must have a valid DEA
Must have prescribing authority in Wyoming