Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Company: Senior PsychCare
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Locations: Baton Rouge, LA Full-Time or Part-Time Advance Your Career in a Collaborative, Mission-Driven Mental Health Team Are you a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with a passion for mental health care? Join Senior PsychCare (SPC) one of the fastest-growing behavioral health organizations in Louisiana and surrounding states. You will work in a supportive, team-based environment with flexibility, clinical support from industry-recognized psychiatrists, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of nursing home and assisted living residents. About Us Senior PsychCare provides collaborative behavioral health services to residents in long-term care facilities. Our multidisciplinary teams include Board-Certified Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Licensed Psychologists, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers/Licensed Professional Counselors/Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists. We focus on continuity of carenot triageensuring our patients receive comprehensive and compassionate services to achieve their best quality of life. What Youll Do Conduct cognitive and emotional assessments to set/manage treatment plans Manage psychotropic medication and gradual dose reductions Collaborate with nursing home staff and SPCs behavioral health team Participate in treatment team meetings (in-person and virtual) Deliver care both in-person and via telehealth when appropriate Maintain accurate, timely documentation in our EHR system What Sets SPC Apart Collaborative team of specialists in geriatric mental health Strong clinical infrastructure with administrative and tech support Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle Competitive compensation, paid training, and growth opportunities Benefits & Perks Guaranteed income during training/ramp-up Flexible hours full-time and part-time options Paid time off Paid holidays CEU support up to $750/year 3 paid CEU days Mileage reimbursement Full benefits package, including: - Medical, Dental, Vision - 401(k) with matching - Life and Disability Insurance Company-provided laptop Internet support Administrative support for billing, credentialing, and authorizations MIPS and EHR training provided Qualifications Licensed PMHNP or PA in the state of Louisiana Psychiatric/mental health experience required Experience with geriatric populations strongly preferred Spanish bilingual is a plus Must have a valid drivers license and be comfortable traveling locally Adaptive, flexible, and committed to team-based care Ready to Join Us? Be part of a team that brings compassion, expertise, and peace of mind to those who need it most. Apply now by clicking Apply at the top of this page or contact: Recruiter: 713-850-0049 ext. 1014 | kbhatt@spchealth.com

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