Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)- JBTP - Naphcare, Inc.

NaphCare is hiring a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our Jail Based Treatment Program that operates as a 30-bed adult specialized behavioral health unit at Washoe County Detention Facility in Reno, NV.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide diagnostic and medication management evaluations of JBTP patients and prescribe/provide treatment based on those findings.  The ideal candidate has experience working in a correctional healthcare setting, and in working within a multidisciplinary team.

The Jail-Based Treatment Program (JBTP) provides specialized behavioral health services for patients awaiting transfer to a state hospital for further psychiatric treatment. The unit is a therapeutic environment, providing intensive day treatment services. By providing patient-centered, evidenced-based, and holistic care, the JBTP seeks to eliminate the need for these patients to transfer to the state hospital or, at a minimum, to decrease their length of stay once hospitalized. The ultimate aim is to assist defendants in moving forward with their legal case and with their lives in a healthier place.

NaphCare is partnered with the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office to provide this program, which is supported by the SNAMHS and funded through the NV-DHHS Division of Public and Behavioral Health.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will work with a team of mental health clinicians, a part-time psychiatrist, recreational therapist, discharge planner, and data coordinator led and supported by a program director.

As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, have you ever wanted to work somewhere where you can see real results from what you do?  Where you are part of a true mental health professional team, well-supported by management, such that you know your patients quickly receive any medications they need, receive fast follow-up from providers and experience remarkable results?  Would you like to work in a place that is secure and where most patients are very appreciative of your care?   

NaphCare is a family owned, medical technology company that has been delivering high quality healthcare to correctional facilities across the nation for over 30 years.  Come join our team of over 4000 employees and growing!  NaphCare pays well, offers outstanding benefits, and has an incredibly engaged corporate support team to make sure you have what you need to be truly excellent at what you do. 

NaphCare partners with correctional facilities to provide proactive, patient-focused healthcare.  We recognize that we serve a unique and diverse patient population, and our onsite teams take pride in bringing excellence in care to a population in great need.  Be part of a world-class team of professionals who are revolutionizing correctional healthcare as you use our cutting-edge resources, including our award-winning electronic operating system.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan
• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• We offer low cost benefits to our employees and their families.
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 100% vested 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• On-site education
• Free Continuing Education!
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays

NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.

With NaphCare, you'll play a critical role in our continuing mission to be the leading provider of quality healthcare in the correctional industry.  If you want a career that will make a difference, choose the company that is different.

We support your growth and internal promotion.  Once hired, we encourage our employees to continue to seek opportunities for advancement and leadership.

We know you may have questions before applying.  To speak to a recruiter directly, email your questions and/or resume to hiring@naphcare.com with the position and location you’re interested in.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

Responsibilities of the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner:

• Serve as a contributing member of the multidisciplinary treatment team
• Maintains a caseload of JBTP patients for medication management and documentation, including completion of brief psychiatric assessments for program outcome tracking (e.g., BPRS)
• Formulate a working diagnosis, develop and implement a treatment plan, and evaluate/modify medication regimens to promote positive patient outcomes
• Order laboratory and diagnostic procedure
• Completes psychiatric treatment summaries for discharge summaries
• Completes chart reviews

• Demonstrate knowledge of DSM-V-TR criteria and psychiatric practice standards
• Coordinate JBTP patient population psychiatric care with the JBTP Psychiatrist
• Coordinate with health and correctional staff regarding patients’ mental health care
• Participate in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients, security personnel, and healthcare staff

Qualifications for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner:

• Must hold a current, unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner in Nevada
• Current DEA registration
• A valid CPR card
• A minimum of 1-3 years’ experience in psychiatric practice highly preferred
• Experience in correctional healthcare or inpatient mental health care preferred
• Must possess strong written communication and verbal skills
• Must have strong computer skills

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