Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Part Time

Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) Advanced Practice Provider - Part Time - Cumberland County

Join a supportive team who values compassion, excellence, collaboration, inclusion, hope, & authenticity!

We currently have an opening for a part-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) on our Cumberland County Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team.

As a member of the ACT multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing clinical consultation and treatment for patients in need of mental health and substance use services, conducting psychiatric assessments, making appropriate referrals to community physicians, providing management and administration of medication in conjunction with the psychiatric nurse, and providing other support services, as needed.

Schedule

PT - 8 hours per week.

Pay

$67.00 - $72.00 per hour starting, based on experience.

Benefits

Being a part of a non-profit behavioral health organization has some unique benefits. Working here at SouthLight you will be able to make a difference in people's lives every day, and know that you are a part of inspiring positive change in your community.

After 6 months employees are eligible to enroll in our 401(k) plan which has a 100% contribution match up to 4%!

SouthLight is an approved employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Job Responsibilities of an Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) Advanced Practice Provider

• Evaluate members in crisis for treatment and ongoing psychiatric services
• Perform physicals and emergency medical care as required and make referrals to specialized providers as appropriate
• Provide psychiatric consultations with members and staff
• Collaborate with other Advanced Practice Providers, programs and community agencies concerning referrals and member care
• Comply with all requirements of the NC Medical Board to retain his/her license as a physician and/or NC BOD Nursing
• Comply with SouthLight Compliance, Credentialing and HR policies as it relates to any filings with the NC Medical, ethics committees or malpractice suits. Complete all medical and clinical procedures and documentation necessary to ensure complete and accurate billing of services rendered
• Participate in ACT team meetings on days worked
• Provide Medical leadership and guidance for the team
• Meet individuals assigned to the team in the community to perform assessment, evaluation and other tasks related to job

Qualifications of an Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) Advanced Practice Provider

Licensure/Certifications

• Physician Assistant (PA), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Certification (PMHNP)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a community health setting in behavioral health and addiction medicine or equivalent experience
• Experience with substance abuse and rehabilitation preferred
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Familiarity with the North Carolina Controlled Substance Abuse Registry
• Knowledge of all CARF standards and all federal and state laws, rules and regulations pertaining to medical, nursing and clinical behavioral health care
• High degree of attention to detail

About SouthLight Healthcare

Tap into your passion at SouthLight Healthcare. Build your career in an environment where your voice, passion and work matters every day. At the core of SouthLight is a commitment to our values, our employees and clients. We strive to be an organization where every colleague can contribute and excel. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a culture that values diversity and inclusion. SouthLight offers competitive opportunities and a robust benefits package.

Founded in 1970, SouthLight Healthcare is one of the area's largest and long-established nonprofit providers of substance use treatment and mental health services. With outpatient and community-based programs, SouthLight provides prevention, education and treatment services in the Triangle and beyond. SouthLight has multiple office locations throughout the Triangle area, serving more than 9,000 clients each year. Services include adult outpatient counseling, Intensive Outpatient Program, Psychiatric Services and Medication Management, Opioid Treatment Program, Court Deferral Program, Peer Support Services, Family Centered Treatment, Community Support Team and a residential treatment program for women and children and more.

We agree not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex. Employment offers are contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen. Professional references will be checked and criminal, abuse, driving, and fraud background reports will be obtained. Unsatisfactory results of any of these reports may result in SouthLight withdrawing the offer.