UHS·West Allis, Wisconsin
Oversees the quality of psychiatric care, performs clinical assessments for admissions, and provides individual and family therapy. Manages medication and completes necessary legal documentation for patients under civil commitment.
Oversees the quality of care delivered to his/her patients. Assesses clinical appropriateness for admission and collaborates with Assessment and Referral regarding potential admissions. Performs psychiatric assessments for individuals under his/her care. Completes documentation necessary to address patients hospitalized under civil commitment statutes. Provides individual therapy, family therapy and/or medication management as needed for patients under his/her care. Appropriately requests consultation when indicated. Provides psychiatric consultation when requested.
Requires a degree from an accredited medical school and completion of a psychiatry residency, with M.D. or D.O. licensure. Board certification and prior experience in hospital-based or outpatient psychiatric practice are preferred.
Market context
Nurse Practitioner openings in Wisconsin are often competitive because employers need candidates who already hold a master’s degree, an active unrestricted license, and can meet local residency requirements. Benefits such as paid time off, paid holidays, dental insurance, disability insurance, and an employee assistance program can make these roles more attractive, but fit and eligibility still matter most. Review the service-area requirement carefully and confirm your license and address status before applying; the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you time researching the details.