Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/Family Nurse Practitioner - Athra Systems

Who is Athra Systems? 
Athra Systems/Crosstown Mental Health is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to offering a wide array of behavioral health services and solutions. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

Position Overview: 
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Dual Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to join our team. This role will involve providing psychiatric consults in a rehab setting and managing chronic care for residents in our senior living community. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both psychiatric and family health, excellent communication skills, and a passion for improving patient outcomes.

This position is a hybrid role that will work one-two days bi-weekly in person and two-three days via telehealth. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and provide ongoing psychiatric care and management for patients in a rehab setting.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Provide medication management.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Conduct chronic care management for residents in a senior living community, focusing on the management of chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
• Perform routine health assessments, diagnose and treat common health conditions, and provide preventive care.
• Educate patients and their families about chronic disease management and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.

Qualifications:

• Dual licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Current and valid Louisiana licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Certification from a recognized credentialing body (e.g., ANCC, AANP).
• Minimum of two years of experience in psychiatric and family practice settings.
• Strong clinical skills in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as chronic care management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience. 
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance. 
• Employer paid health insurance that is effective day one of employment. 
• Retirement plan with employer contribution. 
• Unlimited paid time off. 
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Flexible work schedule.

Athra Systems/Crosstown Mental Health is an equal opportunity employer.