Job Description

PATH BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE 

TITLE: Nurse Practitioner

RESPONSIBLE TO: Clinical Supervisor

LOCATION: Lafayette, Louisiana

JOB TYPE: Part-time or Contract

WORK AREA:  Outpatient office with the flexibility to work from home on days telehealth appointments are scheduled.

SUMMARY:  Path Behavioral Healthcare is dedicated to redefining the mental health care experience by offering clients a fully integrated system of care, built on a foundation of zero barrier access. We are driven by the belief that everyone deserves compassionate, high-quality mental health care, especially those who have been historically underserved. We're seeking a dedicated Mental Health Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who shares our passion for breaking down barriers and will be a driving force in making mental health care accessible and transformative for all. You'll be an essential part of our unique, collaborative care team, working alongside nurses, nurse practitioners, case managers, and therapists all within our one-stop agency. This integrated approach ensures that our clients receive well-rounded, seamless care, eliminating the obstacles that often stand in the way of mental health treatment. Your expertise, empathy, and innovation will enable you to make a profound impact on the lives of our clients and their families. By joining Path Behavioral Healthcare, you'll contribute to creating a more inclusive and equitable mental health care system, where no one is left behind.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals and families
2. Providing client education and appropriate referrals
3. Collaborating with the Medical Director and other physicians or NPs in scheduled care conferences
4. Ordering client laboratory screenings and interpreting results
5. Reviewing documentation of prior care and consulting with prior care providers
6. Prescribing medications within the scope of your practice
7. Maintaining follow-up care with clients/families
8. Exemplify the mission and vision of Path Behavioral Healthcare

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree from an accredited university.

Licensure: Board of Nursing Louisiana licensure - APRN or PMHNP and Active DEA required

Experience: Minimum of 3 years nursing experience. Minimum of 1 year in a behavioral health environment Thorough knowledge of billing and coding guidelines.

Physical Effort: Requires the ability to work under stressful conditions and to work irregular hours. Requires sitting for extended periods of time, viewing computer monitors, and keyboarding.

Communication Skills: Candidates must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate professionally via telephone and in writing. Strong grammar and writing skills are crucial for clear and concise communication with clients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.

Essential Technical/Motor Skills:  Candidates must achieve competency in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) program, telemedicine services, and any additional software programs utilized by the company, ensuring efficient access and updating of client information. The role requires fine dexterity, adept handling, and proficient gripping abilities to perform various tasks.

Background: The candidate must pass all federal and state background checks, and their educational and work history will be confirmed in compliance with company policies.

BENEFITS:

· Medical

· Dental

· Vision

· HSA/FSA

· Telemedicine

· Employer paid Life insurance of $10,000

· Voluntary Life insurance

· Short Term and Long-Term Disability

· EAP (Employer Assistance Program

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job Tags

Similar Jobs