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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Lexington, KY The Ridge Behavioral Healthcare System in Lexington, KY, is recruiting a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to work with In-Patient Services. The Ridge provides psychiatric and dual diagnosis treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. Position Duties & Highlights :Full time employmentMonday-Friday scheduleWork in a collaborative practice with the opportunity to grow personally and professionally while working with a professional, competent and compassionate staffInitial evaluations of new patients; follow-ups and medication management; treatment team participation; participation in call rotationPatient population of adults and child/adolescent Compensation :Base SalaryComprehensive Health Benefits packagePaid Malpractice Insurance401K with company matchCME financial assistancePaid time offRelocation assistance negotiable, if moving Requirements :Graduation from accredited Master s level Nurse Practitioner program with a specialty in psychiatry.Kentucky license or the ability to obtainANCC certification requiredNew graduates welcome to applyTHE HOSPITAL: Located in Lexington, KY, in the heart of Bluegrass Country, Ridge Behavioral Health System is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, as a licensed, 110-bed hospital, providing psychiatric and chemical dependency services to children, adolescents and adults. Community Features:Lexington is the 2nd largest city in Kentucky, and is located in the heart of the Bluegrass Region. Greater metropolitan area population over 700,000.High quality public and private primary and secondary education systems - ranks tenth among US cities in college education rate.Home to thriving arts organizations including a professional orchestra, two ballet companies, professional theatre, several museums, several choral organizations and a highly respected opera program at the University of Kentucky.Sports activities at community, college and professional levels.One of the nation's most stable economies with its abundance of government, manufacturing technology, educational and general business opportunities.Quality of life amenities and activities for all lifestyle and affordable housing communities of all types.If you have interest in this position, please contact:Avis Corbett In-house Physician Recruiter