PS Nurse Practitioner
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on418, Winchester Street, Murray, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84107, United States
About the Organization
The University of Utah Health Sciences exists to enhance the health and well-being of individuals and communities through excellence in patient care, research, and education. Success in this mission depends on a culture of collaboration, leadership, respect, and clinical excellence. The Health Sciences Center seeks faculty and staff who are committed to the core values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality, and trust.
About the Role
The Geriatric Psychiatry NP/APRN serves as a vital member of an interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for older adults. This role operates across inpatient, outpatient clinic, and skilled nursing or long-term care settings, focusing on the assessment and management of late-life mental health conditions. These include mood disorders, psychotic disorders, cognitive disorders, behavioral symptoms of dementia, and comorbid medical conditions affecting psychiatric care. As a patient-focused organization, the position delivers evidence-based, tailored care that addresses the unique needs of the geriatric population.
Application & Hiring Information
Applicants must hold a current Nurse Practitioner license in the State of Utah and possess Utah State prescriptive privileges. Newly hired non-physician providers are required to apply for credentialing and privileging at the time of hire. As this is a patient-sensitive position, all employees must fulfill immunization requirements according to CDC standards and hospital policy, with limited exemptions available for documented medical contraindications or religious objections.
Equal Opportunity
The University of Utah Health Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Work location
Work model: On-site
418, Winchester Street, Murray, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84107, United States
Murray, Utah
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Nurse Practitioner, Geriatric Psychiatry, Psychiatric Evaluation, Diagnosis, Treatment, Mental Status Examinations, Cognitive Assessments, Functional Evaluations, Physical Examinations, Treatment Plans.
Education: Master's degree in Nursing or equivalency (current NP licensure).
Frequently asked questions about PS Nurse Practitioner at University of Utah - Employment
What does a PS Nurse Practitioner at University of Utah - Employment do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the PS Nurse Practitioner at University of Utah - Employment will conduct comprehensive psychiatric and medical assessments of older adult patients; develop and implement individualized geriatric psychiatric treatment plans; collaborate with interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care planning; and order and interpret psychiatric and medical diagnostic tests and imaging.
What are the requirements for this PS Nurse Practitioner role?expand_more
To qualify for the PS Nurse Practitioner at University of Utah - Employment position, applicants should have: Licensure to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Utah; Utah State prescriptive privileges; Master's degree in Nursing or equivalency; National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner; and Immunization according to CDC standards and hospital policy.
Where is the PS Nurse Practitioner role at University of Utah - Employment located?expand_more
PS Nurse Practitioner at University of Utah - Employment is based in 418, Winchester Street, Murray, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84107, United States. This is a on-site role.