About this opportunity
University of Wyoming lists this Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Family Medicine Residency Programs Cheyenne opportunity in cheyenne, Wyoming. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Benefits
Generous Retirement Contributions: The state contributes 14.94% of gross salary plus 3.68% contribution by employee, totaling 18.62% toward retirement plan.
Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions and 4 deductible options.
Paid Time Off: Ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents may receive tuition waivers.
Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.
Job Title
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Job Purpose
Provide psychiatric and mental health services to clinic patients at UW Family Medicine Clinic located in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assessment and management of health and illness states. The clinician obtains and documents a relevant health history, performs a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, and diagnoses psychiatric disorders. The clinician then develops a treatment plan for mental health problems and psychiatric disorders based on biopsychosocial theories, evidence-based standards of care, and practice guidelines. Psychotropic and related medications are prescribed based on clinical indicators of a patient’s status, including results of diagnostic and lab tests as appropriate, to treat symptoms of psychiatric disorders and improve functional health status.
Coordinate referrals and ongoing access to primary and other health care services for patients.
Provide consultation to and seek consultation from other health care clinicians to enhance quality and cost effective services for patients.
Maintain patient’s electronic medical record and accurately document each patient encounter.
Supplemental Functions
Participate in medical staff meetings; maintenance and promotion of accreditation standards; guidance to support staff; collaborate with colleagues to provide integrated health within the clinic structure.
Work Location
This position provides vital support to clinic patients and requires the successful candidate to be available to work onsite at the UW Family Medicine Clinic located in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Work Authorization Requirements
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H1-B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master’s degree in Nursing
Experience: 1-3 years direct clinic care to persons receiving treatment for psychiatric disorders preferred
Licenses, Certifications, Registrations, or Other Requirements: National certification in degree specialty (AANP or ANCC).
RN with APRN Recognition
State of Wyoming Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner License, or ability to obtain prior to start date.
DEA Registration
WY Controlled Substance Registration, or ability to obtain prior to start date.
Valid CPR certification (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)
Desired Qualifications
Proven ability to provide psychiatric care across the lifespan, including both pediatric/adolescent and adult populations.
Experience delivering behavioral health services via telemedicine platforms.
Competence in prescribing and managing psychotropic medications, including monitoring for potential side effects and interactions.
Skilled in conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans for common mental health conditions.
Experience in treating individuals with substance use disorders, including opioid dependency.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team and coordinate care with primary care providers.
Hiring Statement/EEO
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at or email
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Worksite address
cheyenne, WY, 82007, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.