Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Company: Sierra Health and Wellness Centers
Location: Concord
Posted on: May 3, 2024

Job Description:

We are not looking for job seekers. We want changemakers! Sierra Health and Wellness uses evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues.--Our inpatient facility houses 22 clients who receive specialized and personal care from our staff. Our newly remodeled location offers amenities to both our clients and staff.Positions available :--Full- Time- 1.0 FTE Hybrid (on-site 3-4 days)--Full-time benefits :--Competitive pay10 days paid vacation10 holidays/ 5--sick days per yearMedical, Dental, and Vision benefits--with NO monthly premium for employee401K with a company match of up to 3%Accident & life Insurance--Duties and Responsibilities:The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner ,-- will function within any program operated by Sierra Health & Wellness in accordance with State licensure, Programs operated by SHW include residential substance use treatment facilities, day treatment programs, and intensive outpatient programs. The Nurse Practitioner will be primarily responsible for overseeing the medical management of clients with substance use disorder, mental health conditions, behavioral health conditions, and chronic medical conditions in accordance with standardized procedures and that of supervising physician staff. The Nurse Practitioner will assess clients, Initiate, or modify treatment within his/her scope of practice and seek consultation with supervising physician staff when clinically indicated. The Nurse Practitioner will participate in treatment team meetings with multidisciplinary staff members and participate in treatment planning for assigned clients. The Psych Nurse Practitioner will primarily provide services in person but may be delivered virtually when necessary. The Nurse Practitioner will participate in rotating weekly on-call services. On-call services will cover a staff on-site that are within nursing professionals' scope of practice to ensure appropriate care is delivered in a timely manner.--Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.Assume principal responsibility for the medical, psychiatric, and addiction care needs of clients under direction of the supervising physician.Perform History & Physicals, review and update outside provider H&Ps, and/or complete initial psychiatric evaluations for new admissions to residential treatment centers.Perform admission assessments and contribute to development of client-specific treatment plans.Assess clients and order medications as necessary to treat identified medical, psychiatric, and/or substance use disorders. Order and interpret specific laboratory studies when clinically indicated. Coordinate with multidisciplinary treatment team members at SHW.Coordinate with clients' outside providers, when clinically indicated.Counsel and educate clients on medical, psychiatric, and substance use conditions.Provide health education to staff (formally and informally) and clients related to medications, psychiatric conditions, substance use disorders, and medical conditions.Document in medical records in sufficient detail to identify problems, goals, interventions, outcomes, and effectiveness of treatment.Consult with supervising physician for conditions outside of psychiatric nurse practitioner scope and/or refer to specialized health resources for treatment.Utilize screening tools to monitor effectiveness of care provided.Adhere to infection control measures and maintain a safe environment of care for patients and staff.Sign, date, and perform all charting, record keeping, and care plans in accordance with established policies and procedures.Provide high-quality client-centered care.Validate medication orders are transmitted to pharmacies electronically, or via fax/phone when electronic health record downtimes occur.Ensure compliance with all medical/nursing and regulations for DHCS and Joint Commission and reordered from vendors as needed.RequirementsCurrent Registered Nursing (RN) License requiredBachelor's Degree from an accredited University requiredMaster's Degree from an accredited nurse practitioner programActive registration as a Nurse Practitioner by the California Board of Registered NursingCertification from a national accrediting body, such as the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (e.g. Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-PMHNP,--etc.)Alternatively, eligibility within 90-days of hireActive Nurse Practitioner Furnishing licenseAlternatively, eligibility within 90-days of hireActive DEA number Alternatively, eligibility within 90-days of hireActive Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationDemonstrated experience and education in providing care for clients with mental health and substance use disorders.Other duties as assigned.Excellent communication skillsBasic computer skillsMust have valid Driver's LicenseAdept counseling abilitiesAbility to coordinate with professionals from diverse backgroundsCommitment to the philosophy of recovery and continuity of the programCustomer service oriented, professional attitudeCurrent TB Test, CPR/First AidHourly: $76.00- $114.00The posted pay range is a reasonable estimate that the organization believes in good faith it may pay for this particular job based on the circumstances at the time of posting. --This pay range is not a promise of a particular wage. --Pay may consider several factors including but not limited to internal equity, experience, specialty, training, hours/shifts worked, business need, and education. Pay ranges may be adjusted in the future depending upon many factors including business needs.--Sierra Health and Wellness are a California network of leading behavioral health and rehab centers for adults and families who suffer from addiction to alcohol, opiates, amphetamines, and other addictive substances.Sierra Health and Wellness are an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against applicants, employees, or clients on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by the law, or patients' decisions regarding advance directives. Not all services are available at all offices.https://www.sierrahealthwellnesscenters.com/PM21Powered by JazzHRPI6fcab97ca939-25660-34176295

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