This PRN Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner role supports patients with eating disorders at a comprehensive treatment center.
Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating acute or chronic illnesses, developing treatment plans, assessing physical and psychiatric health, and documenting clinical observations.
Coordination with physicians and staff, encouraging family involvement, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards are essential.
Provides on-call coverage, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, prescribes medications, and emphasizes patient safety and empathetic care.
Qualifications include a Master's in Nursing, board certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, licensure in the state, and DEA license.
Preferred experience includes at least 1 year working with eating disorder patients and as a Nurse Practitioner.