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Nurse Practitioner

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Vinita, OK

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable, Adjudication, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN), Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Background Investigation, Behavioral Health, Clinical Medicine, Flexible Spending Accounts, Healthcare, Hospital, Identify Issues, Nurse Practitioner, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, People Management, Policy Development, Policy Implementation, Preventive Medicine, Procedure Implementation, Process Improvement, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Registered Nurse (RN), Strategic Analysis, Student Loans, Substance Abuse Treatment, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Vinita, OK
POSTED
30+ days ago
 Nurse Practitioner
 Oklahoma Forensic Center – Vinita, OK 
 Full-Time | Exempt | Commensurate based on education and experience

Join a Team that CARES 
At the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS), our guiding values—I.C.A.R.E. (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)—aren’t just words; they shape everything we do. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans. 

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to grow with us. 

About the Facility 
The Oklahoma Forensic Center is the largest inpatient behavioral health facility within ODMHSAS and the state’s only inpatient forensic hospital, serving all 77 counties. 
 
  • Location: Vinita, Oklahoma (approximately 60 miles northeast of Tulsa) 
  • Capacity: 268 beds 
  • Population Served: Individuals found incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated Not
                   Guilty by Reason of Insanity 

This is more than a workplace—it’s a place where your expertise changes lives.
 
About the Role
We’re looking for a dynamic Nurse Practitioner to join our Clinical Services team! In this role, you will:
  • Comprehensive Patient Evaluations
     Conduct detailed histories and physical, mental, and psychiatric assessments for new and    existing patients
  •  Clinical Decision-Making
     Diagnose conditions and develop effective, individualized treatment plans and discharge strategies, evaluate daily clinical concerns and adjust treatment plans to ensure optimal outcomes
  • Patient Rounds & Collaboration
     Round on units, review charts and collaborate closely with physicians and other interdisciplinary teams as a trusted clinical partner
  • Policy & Process Improvement
     Help develop and implement clinical policies and procedures that enhance care delivery
  • Patient & Family Education
    Provide guidance on preventive care, treatment plans, and medication use
  • Team Engagement
    Participate in treatment team meetings, staff discussions, and educational conferences
  • Leadership Opportunities
    Step into supervisory or administrative roles when needed
This is a role where your voice, leadership, and clinical skills truly matter.
Required Qualifications:
  • Active Oklahoma RN license
  • Certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN)
  • Minimum 3 years of RN experience
  • Eligibility for prescriptive authority (must meet Oklahoma Board of Nursing requirements within 30 days of hire)
  • Graduate-level education in advanced practice nursing
 Special Requirements:
  • Successful completion of  OSBI background check
  • Pre-employment drug screening required
Benefits That Support You 
ODMHSAS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:
  • Generous state-paid benefit allowance 
  • Multiple health insurance options (no pre-existing condition exclusions) 
  • Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care) 
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs 
  • 11 paid holidays annually 
  • 15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first year 
  • Retirement plan with strong employer match 
  • Longevity bonuses 
  • Student loan repayment opportunities 
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) support 
Life in the Grand Lake Area 
Living near Grand Lake offers an exceptional balance of work and lifestyle: 
  • Minutes from Grand Lake o’ the Cherokees- one of Oklahoma’s premier destinations for
                    boating, fishing, 4x4 rock crawling and waterfront living 
  • Relaxed pace with low cost of living and short commutes 
  • Access to golf courses, marinas, and scenic outdoor spaces 
  • Unique local shops, dining, and cultural attractions 
  • Close-knit community with easy access to Tulsa 
 Important to Know:
Our facility operates 24/7, so flexibility is key. Occasional weekends or overtime may be required based on operational needs.

Ready to bring your skills somewhere they truly matter? Apply today and be part of something bigger.

Equal Opportunity Employer 
The State of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.  

 

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