PRN Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Company: David Raines Community Health Center
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description David Raines Community Health
Centers is looking for passionate, qualified applicants to join our
team! General Description: The PRN Psychiatrics Nurse Practitioner
performs job duties on a "as needed" basis, who works under the
supervision of the Behavioral Health Director and in close
coordination with other clinic personnel. The PRN Psychiatric Nurse
Practitioner provides Behavioral/Medical care to clinic patients
including psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medications, and
treatment with referral to specialists or hospitals where
indicated. Work Experience Requirements: Provides
psychiatric/behavioral health care to clinic patients including
psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment according to
established policy and protocol, under the supervision of
psychiatric physicians. Competent in creating psychiatric treatment
plans and collaborating with treatment teams for all patients.
Meets with other members of the staff and participate in planning
and implementing behavioral/psychiatric health service
improvements. Frequent contact is maintained with the
Psychiatric/Behavioral Health Director to whom he/she is
responsible. Assesses fees for patient services in a timely and
accurate manner according to the established clinic fee schedule.
Serves on behavioral health services program committees to review
program activities. Adheres to the standards of behavioral health
practice; is responsible for evaluation, treatment diagnosis,
referrals, consultation and assists in psychiatric education for
both patients and center staff. Counsels with patients regarding
behavioral, medical, and other problems, which might affect the
patients' health. Documents each patient encounters in their
electronic medical record. As a member of the behavioral health
team, there will be an example in attitude toward patients and
other staff members, performing duties with respect to the dignity,
confidentiality, and modesty of patients. Proficient in educating
patients, staff, and providing community outreach when indicated.
Education/Experience Requirements: Master's or Doctorate Degree in
Nursing with concentration in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse
Practitioner. Must be licensed as a Nurse Psychiatrist to practice
in the State of Louisiana. 3 years of experience Psychiatry
residency; 1 year internship. Work Schedule/Location: PRN "as
needed" basis; varies DRCHC locations WHO WE ARE? DRCHC exist to
provide quality, accessible, affordable and comprehensive health
care services to all. We have six center locations and twelve
school based facilities in five cities throughout Northwest
Louisiana and corporate headquarters in Shreveport. DRCHC has a
licensed patient pharmacy and a state approved Medicaid application
center. We even offer transportation for medical and dental
appointments. Our staff work as a team to ensure the mission,
vision and purpose of DRCHC is achieved daily. WHAT WE OFFER? We
offer 11 paid holidays each year, paid time off and extended leave
days, discounted services, loan repayment options and continuing
education days to name a few. Eligibility for all benefits is based
on position and job classification. All applications/resumes are
accepted online via www.davidraineschc.org or any of the external
posting site such as Glassdoor or indeed.
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