Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner 5024

Our Mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare by expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality treatment. You can be a part of our vision to be a leader in the integration of physical, mental and social health to make a real difference in the lives of others!

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You are the dynamic, passionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner we are looking for. Your expertise is what our patients need at our Adult Psychiatric (SMI) program in Wayne County, Indiana. You will be integral in providing professional medical care and will function as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team. You will actively collaborate with treating physician in assessing and monitoring patients’ physical and mental health status. This is a full time M-F 40 hr per week position.

Our commitment to whole person healthcare and your desire to help change our communities for the better will make us an amazing Team!

Nurse Practitioner Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care using advanced scientific knowledge, nursing theory and skills to: identify abnormal conditions, diagnose health problems, develop and implement treatment plans, and evaluate patient outcomes.
• Assess, collect and perform patient/client physical examinations using a systematic approach, demonstrating knowledge of the principals of growth and development across the lifespan.
• Make differential diagnoses of symptoms, functional problems, and risk behaviors, including non-disease-based etiologies.
• Integrate the unique needs of patient/client and family by developing interventions to enhance intended and to prevent unintended consequences.
• Partner with patient and significant others to develop a health plan.
• Maintain timely, complete and accurate clinical and administrative records in accordance with center policies and procedures.
• Perform all duties in a manner with Meridian Services standards, policies and procedures and regulations and in accordance with local, state and federal laws and with ethical standards of profession.

We Value Your Nurse Practitioner Experience and Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a master's degree in nursing from a Nurse Practitioner program.
• Must be eligible for, or have prescriptive authority (DEA license) under the criteria outlined by the Indiana State Board of Nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of Indiana, or eligible for Indiana licensure.
• Nurse Practitioner certification required (Family Practice, Psychiatric/Behavioral Health, and/or Pediatrics)
• Two (2) years' related experience preferred
• Experience in community mental health or community health setting preferred
• Valid driver’s license, a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance required

Why you should choose Meridian for your career as a Nurse Practitioner:

• Unique Mission – Innovative leader in integrated care and whole person health
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401k with Company match
• Professional development funds for Licensure and Continuing Education
• Personal Wellness and Financial Wellness Programs
• Merit based pay compensation plans
• Work-life harmony

Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing.

Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.