Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

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Job Posting Title:

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM AA - SA - H&WB - SHC - Medical and Ancillary Services (Amy R Ordeneaux (00007157))

Work Location:

Student Health Center (C&l Infirmary) Building

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the delivery of mental health care to a student population focusing on preventative, maintenance and restorative care and employing evidence-based practice. Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in the Medical Clinics, consisting of physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Should have a deep appreciation for a collaborative care model, partnering with all areas of the SHC, and be committed to advancing the divisional priorities of commitment to quality, communicating a sense of home, designing with everyone in mind, and cultivating a working relationship with Our Lady of the Lake Health.

Job Responsibilities:

85% - Provides direct patient care including assessments, diagnoses, and appropriate medication management for patients with mental health challenges. Orders appropriate diagnostic tests, prescribes medication, and makes counseling and coaching referrals as appropriate; documents care in the electronic health record, employing care protocols and proper coding; and provides consultation on complex or high risk cases. Collaborates with medical providers and therapists as needed. 

5% - Offers indirect patient care providing referrals, medication refills, and recommendations to patients via non face to face interactions, including completing documentation to support accommodations as appropriate.

5% - Participates in unit meetings, campus education initiatives, quality improvement activities, mandatory LSU trainings and SHC yearly trainings, peer review and performance improvement studies. 

5% - Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Medical Director, and direct supervisor. This includes but is not limited to efforts that support broad division/institution efforts including engaging in in-service opportunities for the division, and other special projects. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Nursing with population focus of Psychiatric Mental Health from an accredited college or university.
• Active Louisiana APRN License: Advance Practice Registered Nurse License.
• Board Certification: Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner by ANCC as approved by state.
• DEA and CDS License: Current Federal DEA license and current CDS license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience.
• Experience providing care in a college community with a wide age range in population; experience in college health setting; committed to a practice that supports a collaborative care model.

Additional Requirements/Expectations:

Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to drug/ alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67. 

In accordance with University Policy Statement 18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of an emergency or closure.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide a resume and three references, official transcripts, and a copy of license to practice. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Mitzi Trentacoste at 225-578-5719.

Posting Date:

July 17, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

November 14, 2025

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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