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Responsibilities

The Opportunity:

+ Conduct comprehensive assessments and examinations of patients' psychological status.

+ Develop individualized care plans based on patient assessments.

+ Implement and manage treatment plans, including medication management (under physician supervision).

+ Periodically assess patients' psychological needs and adjust treatment plans accordingly.

+ Provide patient education and counseling related to mental health conditions and treatment.

+ Provide psychiatric consults to patients admitted to general medical and surgical services at St. Vincent's Infirmary, under the direction of a supervising Psychiatry physician.

+ Perform initial workups and consults for psychiatric needs on the medical floor, under the supervision of the rounding physician.

+ Collaborate with the supervising physician to provide optimal patient care.

+ Facilitate ongoing communication and collaboration with the healthcare team (physicians, nurses, social workers, etc.) to ensure coordinated care.

+ Serve as a point person for psychiatric consults at St. Vincent's Infirmary.

+ Ensure optimal care during hospitalization and upon discharge, including discharge planning related to mental health needs.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Current RNP and/or APN licensure in Arkansas.

+ Eligibility for a Medicare provider number and DEA registration.

+ Master’s Degree in Nursing

Overview

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our employee well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance. We offer the following benefits to support you and your family: Free Premium Membership to our Care@Work program to help employees with child care, pet care, senior caregivers, housekeepers & more. Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Programs

Pay Range

$48.17 - $58.88 /hour)

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.