The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will conduct comprehensive assessments, formulate and implement treatment plans, prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, and collaborate closely with CAPS clinicians, the Attending Psychiatrist, and the Director of Counseling & Psychological Services. This position plays a vital role in supporting student success, resilience, and overall wellness.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care – 30%

• Provide individual psychotherapy using cognitive behavioral and other empirically supported treatment modalities.
• Address a broad range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, substance use, eating disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, and more.
• Document all clinical encounters and monitor patient progress.

Program Leadership – Mental Health First Aid – 20%

• Direct and lead the Mental Health First Aid Training Program at MUSC.
• Coordinate scheduling, deliver training, and collaborate with colleges and student resource areas.
• Share MUSC and Charleston-area resources and best practices for recognizing and responding to mental health concerns.
• Evaluate program outcomes and ensure high-quality, skills-based training for students, faculty, and staff.

Medication Management – 20%

• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications for identified mental health conditions.
• Provide thorough patient education regarding indications, risks, benefits, alternatives, and expected outcomes.
• Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans, including psychotherapy, medication management, laboratory testing, and referrals as appropriate.

Initial Evaluations – 20%

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including diagnostic assessment, medical and mental health history, symptom review, and functional impact.
• Identify treatment goals and collaborate with patients to establish effective care plans.

Collaboration, Consultation & Supervision – 10%

• Participate in group supervision, case consultation, orientation activities, and educational presentations.
• Provide supervision to unlicensed trainees as appropriate.
• Offer consultation to MUSC deans, faculty, and program staff regarding student mental health concerns.

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in South Carolina.

Official recognition as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner