Psych Nurse Practitioner
On-siteConroe, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric, medical, physical, and neurological assessments for patients with complex neurological, medical, and behavioral health needs. Diagnose psychiatric conditions, develop individualized treatment recommendations, and prescribe medications within scope of practice. Order diagnostic studies, interpret results, and monitor treatment response, side effects, and drug interactions. Perform emergency and life-saving procedures when clinically necessary and collaborate with physicians, nursing, and rehabilitation teams to manage long-term patient needs. Participate in admissions meetings, weekly interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, and rotating medical call coverage. Document assessments, progress notes, and treatment plans accurately. Maintain compliance with Texas Board of Nursing requirements and facility policies.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or master's degree in Nursing with completion of a post-master's Nurse Practitioner certification program
- Current Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current Texas Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure
- Current Nurse Practitioner certification appropriate to the position
- Current BLS certification and ability to maintain certification throughout employment
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification/psychiatric advanced practice training appropriate to the responsibilities of the position
- Strong clinical foundation in medical assessment and management, including the ability to recognize and respond to acute changes in patient condition
- Ability to participate in required behavioral management and de-escalation training
Desired Qualifications
- 3–5 years of Nurse Practitioner experience in a medically complex patient population
- Experience in inpatient, hospital, rehabilitation, long-term care, neurorehabilitation, or other medically intensive settings
- Experience treating individuals with traumatic or acquired brain injury, neurological disorders, neurobehavioral conditions, or complex behavioral health needs
- Demonstrated experience managing patients with both psychiatric and significant medical comorbidities
- Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team
- Behavioral management certification or training such as SAMA, ABA, PIP, or similar programs
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