Job Description

Job Quick Facts:

• Ref#: BD-1016-15
• Profession: Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
• Specialty: Psychiatry – Correctional Healthcare
• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Whatcom County, Washington
• Coverage Type: Onsite
• Service Setting: Correctional Facility
• Facility Type: County Jail
• Shift Schedule: Full-time or part-time (may include evenings and weekends)
• Compensation: TBD 

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program (Master’s or Doctoral level)
• Current, unrestricted NP license in the State of Washington
• National certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
• Current DEA registration and NPI number
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience in psychiatric or correctional settings
• Current CPR/BLS certification (AHA-approved)
• Familiarity with NCCHC standards and Washington State healthcare regulations
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Successful completion of a comprehensive background check and drug screening

Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive psychiatric care to individuals in custody.
• Conduct mental health assessments, medication management, and crisis evaluations.
• Diagnose and treat psychiatric and behavioral health conditions within the NP scope of practice.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with state regulations and clinical best practices.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies and provide immediate stabilization.
• Collaborate with physicians, medical staff, mental health professionals, and correctional personnel.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR.
• Support suicide prevention protocols, mental health screenings, and discharge planning.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with NCCHC, WAC, and facility-specific healthcare policies.

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.

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