PMHNP - Outpatient

OverviewWest Pines Behavioral Health Hospital11455 Huron StreetWestminster, CO 80234 West Pines Behavioral Health Hospital, located in Westminster, CO, provides specialized care for adolescents ages 13-17, adults age 18 and older, and seniors age 55 and older who are living with mental health concerns and co-occurring substance use disorders. Our comprehensive approach is tailored to each age group, addressing the mental, physical, emotional, and social aspects of well-being to promote holistic healing. We are currently seeking a Full-Time, Outpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our skilled and patient focused team. Base Compensation (Range): $167,000 - $176,000 per year, depending on experience. For more information, please contact Eva Fassauer at eva.fassauer@acadiahealthcare.com or call/text 615-861-7410. About the role:Provide medical evaluations and treatment of patients at facility under the supervisor of the Medical Director and work collaboratively with the medical/clinical staff under the guidelines of state licensure for Nurse Practitioners.Responsibilities Diagnose and treat acute, episodic or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. Participate in the formulation of patient Master Treatment Plan Assess physical and psychiatric health of patient and formulate measures to meet patient needs. Chart clinical observation (direct or through dictation), evaluations and treatment of patient in required time according to facility guidelines. Communicate with physicians and other staff as necessary to provide quality care for patient within appropriate guidelines. Encourage family involvement in patient care. Respond to identified patient and family educational needs. Support and follow legal requirements, hospital policy and procedures, medical staff bylaws and regulatory requirements. Provide services that are in accordance with the state guidelines for Nurse Practitioners. Provide on-call responsibilities on scheduled basis directed by medical staff. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays. May prescribe medication. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.Qualifications Master's in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner program required. Clinical experience working with the patient population of the facility; ability to demonstrate knowledge of concepts of limit setting, therapeutic boundaries, crisis management, therapeutic treatment, environment and patient care required. Minimum of 1 year experience as a Practicing Nurse Practitioner preferred.Licenses/Certifications: Board Certified Nurse Practitioner required. Licensed to practice in the state in which the facility operates. DEA license. Acadia Healthcare Acadia is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services across the United States. Headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, Acadia Healthcare operates a network of 250 behavioral healthcare facilities with approximately 11,000 beds in 39 states and Puerto Rico. With more than 23,000 employees serving approximately 70,000 patients daily. We provide psychiatric and chemical dependency services to our patients in a variety of settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, specialty treatment facilities, residential treatment centers, outpatient clinics and therapeutic school-based programs. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job,management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances(e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. #LI-WPBHAHPREmployment Type: FULL_TIME