Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Position Overview :

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner specializing in Psychiatry Geriatrics to join our team. The NP will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive psychiatric care to geriatric patients, addressing their unique mental health needs with compassion and expertise. Responsibilities :

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments of geriatric patients, including mental health history, symptoms, and functional status.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
• Provide evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for mental health disorders prevalent in geriatric populations, such as depression, anxiety, dementia-related behaviors, and psychosis.
• Perform medication management, including prescribing, adjusting dosages, and monitoring for therapeutic efficacy and side effects.
• Offer psychotherapy and counseling services to address emotional and behavioral concerns, utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), supportive therapy, and other modalities.
• Conduct crisis intervention and risk assessment for patients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms or suicidal ideation.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about mental health conditions, treatment options, medication adherence, and strategies for managing symptoms.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMR) documenting patient assessments, treatment plans, interventions, and progress notes.
• Stay informed about current developments in geriatric psychiatry, including research findings, best practices, and emerging treatments.
• Adhere to ethical standards, professional guidelines, and regulatory requirements governing psychiatric practice.

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