NURSE PRACTITIONER

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Family Service League is seeking a part-time hourly Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner assesses the mental health status of clients by studying their relevant medical history, performing comprehensive assessments, and identifying risk factors that might affect mental health. This position diagnoses patients' mental illness and determines effective plans of care. This position provides ongoing home visits with clients in the community, including checking vitals and administering medications. Travel is required.

$2,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Responsibilities:

• The Nurse Practitioner will prescribe and revise medical regimens; interpret findings and plans of care according to collaborative practice agreements and protocols in designated areas.
• Administer and monitor medications, including injectable medications.
• Provide medical assessments and vitals for consumers in the community.
• Conduct health assessments of adults with potential acute and/or chronic health problems.
• The Nurse Practitioner will initiate referrals to specialty services and foster continuity of care.
• Initiate selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, and consultation and laboratory examinations.
• Provide patient/family education and counseling in the areas of health promotion, maintenance, and disease prevention.
• Participate in team meetings and conferences to ensure an interdisciplinary approach to primary health care delivery.
• The Nurse Practitioner will serve as liaison between patient and community, and act as a health care advocate.
• Identify quality improvement issues and document standards of care and practice.
• Maintain a current level of knowledge relative to professional practice.
• Act as a resource to staff and implement educational programs.
• Participate in the evaluation of the cost effectiveness of services provided.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Nurse Practitioner degree and license, including state licensure and DEA credentials, are required. A minimum of 3 years of prior prescribing experience is required. Psychiatric prescribing experience is preferred. Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required; experience with an EMR is preferred. Excellent time management, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills required. Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team in providing treatment to persistent, severe mentally ill population required. Valid and clean NYS Driver's License required.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires sitting for long periods of time and travelling to conduct home visits.