Full-Time Duel-Certified Nurse Practitioner (Psych and Medical)

Advance Nurse Practitioner

Hybrid Bishop Health New Jersey - West Windsor, NJ 08540

Salary Range $105,000.00 - $180,000.00 Salary Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education Level Professional Degree Travel Percentage Up to 25%

Description

The function of the APN is to assist the Medical Director in providing client medical services. The ANP assists in ensuring all clinical programs are appropriate to the clients' specific issues, medical history, and diagnoses. The APN will provide medical services and care in coordination with the Medical Director and the interdisciplinary team, while making reasonable accommodations to ensure clients are as safe and comfortable as possible during their stay.

Qualifications

Must be Dually Licensed - Psych and Medical

Graduation from an Advanced Practice Master of Science in Nursing program or completion of a formal Advanced Practice education program

Current (five-years) of no felonies or substance abuse convictions.

A minimum of one year in partial hospitalization or outpatient setting. Detoxification experience.

Obtain a CAQH and/or NPI within two weeks of start date OR obtain within two weeks of receipt date if licensure is received after start date. Current Licensed APN with a valid unencumbered license to practice medicine in the State of Practice in good standing. This physician shall be a member in good standing in the medical community.

Knowledge of addictions and mental health complications

Knowledge of the 12-Step Recovery Program.

Knowledge and competency in problem solving, stress management, ethics and team building.

Knowledge of alcohol and other drugs that includes:

Alcohol and addictive drugs and their physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual impact on the individual.

Alcohol and addictive drugs and their impact on the family.

Ability to determine if a medical emergency exists and to take appropriate action, when necessary.

Knowledge of emergency procedures used in case of alcohol and/or drug overdose.

Knowledge of the stages of alcohol and other drug withdrawals and ability to take appropriate action at each stage.

Knowledge of Federal, State and Municipal laws and/or regulations that regulate the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction, including:

Confidentiality

Patient Rights

Professional Code of Ethics

Discrimination

Knowledge of airborne and blood borne pathogens (TB, HIV, AIDS, HB) and risk reduction methodologies and the use of universal precautions.

Flexibility to adapt to schedule changes and assumption of responsibilities not delineated in the job description which are related to work as a member of an addiction treatment team.

Age Specific Individuals Served/Responsibility: Adults or Adolescents

Specific Areas of Responsibility to Position:

• Perform complete history, psychiatric and/or physical examination to each new client within timelines stipulated in the facility policy and procedure manual and in accordance with state licensing standards.
• Assist the physician in providing medical protocols.
• Supervise interns
• Make recommendations for follow-up services that reflect the findings or risk factors discovered during medical assessments.
• Ensure clients are referred to specialists when the providers of our treatment facility cannot meet their medical needs.
• Assist in monitoring and ensuring the provision of all prescribed drugs and medically necessary pharmaceutical services.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining policies and procedures to ensure the clients' right to confidentiality of medical information.
• Maintain procedures for monitoring the coordination of care provided to clients, including all medically necessary services delivered both within and outside the treatment agency.
• Demonstrate consistent professional behavior, ethical practice, and commitment to patient-centered care in all interactions and organizational activities.
• Provide care that is effective, evidence-based, and safe.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members using respectful, clear approaches.
• Treat all patients equitably, without discrimination based on race, gender, socioeconomic status, or other factors.
• Navigate and manage patient expectations to ensure realistic goals for care.
• Attend scheduled triage and clinical meetings, contribute relevant insights, and participate actively.
• Collaborate effectively during meetings to optimize patient care outcomes.
• Maintain accessibility and responsiveness during on-call periods.
• Provide appropriate care and documentation during on-call hours
• Complete accurate, comprehensive, and timely documentation of all client encounters on the same day
• Maintain documentation standards per regulatory and organizational guidelines.
• Maintains current DEA registration and complies with all requirements for controlled substances.
• Adhere to policies for secure handling and documentation of stock medications.
• Conduct comprehensive daily morning rounds in detox/residential units.
• Communicate AM rounds exception in advance and obtain approval for alternative timing.
• Prioritize organizational duties and commitments above external employment.
• Communicate proactively about conflicts and seek approval for exceptions.
• Participates constructively in peer review, providing objective feedback and engaging in quality improvement.
• Accept feedback professionally and implement recommendations, maintaining confidentiality.
• Accept reassignment in cases such as conflict of interest, workload management and specialty specific expertise while maintaining consistent quality standards.
• Protect the privacy of all client information in accordance with GRNH, LLC's privacy policies, procedures, and practices, as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with general principle of professionalism as a healthcare provider.
• May access protected health information (PHI) and other patent information only to the extent that it is necessary to complete your job duties. The incumbent may only share such information with those who have specific client information you have in your possession to complete their job responsibilities related to treatment, payment or other GRNH, LLC operations.
• Expected to report, without the threat of retaliation, any concerns regarding GRNH, LLC's policies and procedures on client privacy and any observed practices in violation of the policy to their supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Willing to travel up to 25% in NJ

Hybrid