Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Salary: $90-$100/hr

Aliya Health Group is a nationwide network of addiction treatment centers known for diverse, evidence-based programs for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. With a highly personalized clinical approach to treatment and a full continuum of care, we provide clients the tools needed to build a life in recovery that’s enjoyable, fulfilling, and hopeful. Our nationally accredited treatment centers include Vogue Recovery Center, Footprints to Recovery, Royal Life Centers, and South Coast Behavioral Health.

Position: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Provides supportive professional mental health and addictions services to the organization's population. Responsible for the appropriate evaluation and assessment of all clients, in conjunction with prescribing of clinically appropriate pharmacotherapy. The APN provides accurate and appropriate medication-assisted therapies and subsequent monitoring.

The position is required to work at least 20 hours per week.

Schedule: Any days (Monday-Thursday) and Friday from 8am-4pm is required.

Reports to:

Medical Director and Executive Director

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for initial psychiatric evaluation and assessment of pre-existing conditions or conditions present in response to post-acute withdrawal

Ensures that initial nursing assessments are completed within 24 hours of admission

Consistent communication with clinical staff to ensure continuity of care and appropriateness for the level of care

Responsible for the education of clients pertaining to psychopharmacology and medication-assisted therapies as well as medication and narcotic use/misuse interactions and contra-indications

Responsible for accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Records system

Prescribes and monitors appropriate medications for clients within the facility in accordance with all policy, procedures, and state and federal regulatory standards

Responsible for providing outpatient care to clients showing a change or decline in mental status, chronic or urgent medical conditions

Participates in all scheduled interdisciplinary team meetings

Evaluates client’s histories and physicals, risk factor assessment, ordering of therapeutic and diagnostic tests

Provides referrals for any issues identified throughout the course of the initial evaluation or ongoing care, and subsequently collaborates with any providers issuing care to the clients of FTR

Consult with Medical Director on cases that are beyond the scope of qualification of PMHNP

Administers and interprets Mantoux test

Vivitrol tracking and administration

Ensure consistent and collaborative communication with other health professionals for effective delivering service to clients.

Other duties as assigned by the Medical Director, Executive Director, Regional Director of Operations, and Regional Director of Clinical Operations

Minimum Requirements:

Must possess appropriate and valid state license/certifications for practice as a PMHNP. A minimum of 5 years of experience with substance use disorders is preferred.

Skills:

Excellent written and oral communication skills;

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm; Strong interpersonal skills;

Must be able to work independently, efficiently, and with accuracy;

Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with clients, families, and other personnel

Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records systems and protocols.