What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position at Horizon Health?
Benefits:
- Disability and Life Insurance
- Employee Assistant Program
- Sick Time
- Vacation Time
- Medical, Dental, and Behavioral Health Service Discounts
- AFLAC
- 10.5 Paid Holidays
- Continuing Education
- Relocation Assistance
- Loan Repayment
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Horizon Health is seeking a full-time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in any Horizon Health Location. Under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provides direct patient care for patients in need. The organization is looking for a highly professional individual with strong communication skills and committed to coordinating, in conjunction with the primary care providers, all aspects of care for the patients served. Successful candidates for this position should be passionate about providing high-quality, patient centered care. Horizon Health offers a collaborative, team-oriented work environment focused on meeting the needs of individual patients while supporting and contributing to the health and wellness of our communities. This position has potential to be remote for the right candidate.
*Requires licensure as a Certified Nurse Practitioner of Psychiatric Mental Health. Must be licensed in the state of South Dakota.
*Requires licensure as a Certified Nurse Practitioner of Psychiatric Mental Health. Must be licensed in the state of South Dakota.
Key Responsibilities:
- Medication management: includes both initiating pharmacological treatment and follow-up evaluation of therapeutic and side effects of psychotropic medications (within the scope of practice allowed in the State of South Dakota).
- Provides psychiatric health care to patients, according to established evidence-based guidelines of clinical practice. Performance of the initial intake evaluation; demographic information, chief complaint, precipitating event, treatment history and medical history.
- Making a tentative medical diagnosis and instituting therapy or referral; prescribing medication; assisting in follow-up treatment of psychiatric disorders.
Our Culture:
Horizon Health’s culture is built on the Non-Negotiable attributes of Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Integrity, Professionalism, and being Rurally Focused — ensuring every team member upholds these attributes daily. The organization values all contributions equally, supports individual growth, and aims to be your "forever employer" that enhances both employee satisfaction and community health outcomes.