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Job description
Family medicine nurse practitioner opportunity at an inpatient behavioral health hospital in Alaska, caring for children, adolescents, and adults with psychiatric and substance-use disorders
Specialized programs for military populations, including first responders, service members, veterans, and their families
7-on/7-off block schedule with 10-hour shifts; full-time, benefits-eligible role
Inpatient-only setting with a focus on holistic, integrated medical and behavioral health care
Significant professional autonomy managing assessments, diagnostics, treatment plans, and follow-up care
Responsibilities include initial medical admissions evaluations and H&Ps (within 24 hours of admission), follow-up visits, diagnostics, and discharge planning for patients ages 5+
Close collaboration with psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and support staff to create integrated treatment plans addressing both medical and mental health needs
Co-management of patients with complex medical comorbidities alongside mental health providers
Patient and family education on medical conditions, medications, and lifestyle changes to support overall health
Medical consultations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and recommending treatments within scope
Provide emergency medical care within licensure scope until specialty care is available
Active or eligible Alaska NP/APRN license required
Graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner program
AANPCB board certification required
Minimum 1 year of post-training inpatient or acute care experience preferred; behavioral health experience a plus
Opportunities to build expertise working with diverse patient populations and complex medical/behavioral presentations
Worksite address
anchorage, AK, 99501, US
Who can apply
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