Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Also called Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, these men and women are advanced practice registered nurses who provide a full spectrum of psychiatric care, assessing, diagnosing, and managing the prevention and treatment of psychiatric disorders and mental health problems. They work in various settings, from clinics to hospitals.

RELEVANT LINKS

Description:

What is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner?

Articles:

Expanding Advanced Practice Through the NP Role

Psychiatric APNs Make an Impact on Mental Health

Into the Light

Debriefing Debate: Experts Question Mental Health Mainstay

Freedom Fighters

Organizations:

International Society of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurses

American Psychiatric Nurses Association

National Institute for Mental Health

American Psychological Association

National Association for the Mentally Ill

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

International Nurses Society on Addictions

Resources:

Exam Content Outline

JAPNA, the online Journal of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association

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