Nurse Practitioner

Medical Nurse PractitionerLocation: High Point Inpatient Campus - New Bedford, MA Licensure: Current and unrestricted license in Massachusetts as a Nurse Practitioner Pay Range: $145,600-$197,600 salaried annually depending on experience, education, and licensure Sign on Bonus: $2,000 Status: Part TimeHigh Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout Southeastern Massachusetts offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life.Medical Nurse Practitioner Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsible for providing outpatient and inpatient care to patients showing a change or decline in mental status, chronic or urgent medical conditionsWork independently with other members of the medical team, with entitlements to specific responsibilities by the Chief of Medical ServicesTake part in an interdisciplinary team that provides care to patientsPerform medical evaluations, risk factor assessment and analysis, ordering of therapeutic and diagnostic tests; and attend to consultations and appointmentsPrescribe medications following the clinic's policy, formulary and relevant regulations of the StateConsult with physicians on cases that are beyond the scope of qualification of Advanced Practice NursePut all relevant patient data in electronic medical record and case presentationsEnsure smooth communication with other health professionals for effective delivering of clinic service to patientsProvide consultation to the program staff which enhances overall quality service delivery of the clinicMedical Nurse Practitioner QualificationsPossess and maintain graduate professional nurse, and nurse practitioner registration in Massachusetts, which must be unrestricted, current, complete, and activeObtain certification from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)Be compassionate, sensitive, and possess strong reasoning and thinking skillsPossess strong computer skills, including the electronic health recordMedical Nurse Practitioner CompetenciesJob KnowledgeAppropriate history and physical assessment of patientsFollows accepted management guidelines/standards of careEnsure compliance with HIPAA RegulationsPharmacological knowledge/appropriate ordering of therapeutics, medication management and medication assisted therapyApplies evidence-based medicine to clinical decisionsComplies with prescriptive monitoring for Schedule II controlled substances, and review by the supervising or covering physicianOverall integration of clinical information into treatment planningDemonstrates ability to administer injections with proper techniqueDiagnose patients who present with acute and/or chronic illness based upon the patient's history and physical exam.Acts independently with minimal supervision and seeks out consultation as needed to provide optimal care.Quality of Work and ProductivityAttend conferences and trainings that reflect clinic practiceTransfers information to another provider when necessaryEffectively prioritizes workloadPossesses good time management skillsIs reliable and punctual in reporting to workMeet performance/management objectives for current periodIs proactive in ensuring a safe work environment and effectively models compliance with safety policies and proceduresPersonalTreats patients with respect and dignity, protecting their confidentialityInteracts harmoniously with peersUses supervision experience to improve job performancePossesses good oral and written skillsCommunicates with tact and diplomacyEffective problem-solving skillsAdapts to temporary or permanent changes in job responsibilitiesHandles crisis situations appropriatelyBenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible spending accounts and dependent care accountsLong-term and short-term disabilityLife insurance403(b) retirement planPaid vacation and time offPFMLEmployee Assistance ProgramBonuses and referral incentivesDiscounted auto, home, and renters' insuranceFree courses to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery CoachCompany-paid CEU training with education daysFree meals at select programs, based on availabilityEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.