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Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry-DOC
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatry)
Location: DOC (Department of Corrections) / Unity Healthcare Sites
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: Discipline Director of Behavioral Health
About Unity Healthcare
Unity Healthcare is a mission-driven healthcare organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across diverse communities. We provide comprehensive medical and behavioral health services across community health centers, homeless outreach sites, and correctional facilities, with a strong focus on underserved populations.
Position Overview
Under the supervision of the Discipline Director of Behavioral Health, the Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatry) provides diagnostic, preventative, and therapeutic mental health services. This role includes evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, and crisis intervention for patients across Unity Healthcare sites, including correctional facilities.
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, examinations, and diagnoses
- Obtain clinical histories and assess patient mental health status
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Evaluate and prescribe psychotropic medications as appropriate
- Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests
- Provide crisis intervention and behavioral health support
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated care
- Participate in peer reviews and quality improvement initiatives
- Prepare reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders
- Attend meetings and perform additional duties as assigned
- Nurse Practitioner degree in Psychiatry from an accredited institution
- Current District of Columbia (DC) licensure
- Active Federal DEA and DC Controlled Substances (CDS) certifications
- Knowledge of psychiatric practices, procedures, and treatment standards
- Ability to work effectively with diverse and underserved populations
- Strong communication and clinical decision-making skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar business software
Why Join Unity Healthcare at DOC
Mission Impact – Provide essential mental health care to underserved and justice-involved individuals
Team Collaboration – Work with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to rehabilitation and public service
Professional Growth – Gain experience across diverse clinical settings including community and correctional care
Meaningful Work – Directly improve patient outcomes through comprehensive behavioral health services
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