Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Correctional Health Services

Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerNYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, post-acute care centers, and correctional health services. We are a home care agency and a health plan, MetroPlus. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the city's five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers.Work ShiftsTime and Days: 8a - 4:p Monday - Friday Facility: Various Facilities on Rikers IslandDuties & ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include providing high quality, team-based psychiatric services including psychopharmacologic interventions, for individuals incarcerated in the New York City jail system. Experience working in correctional settings is not required, however the ability to work closely and effectively with multiple other disciplines, including security staff, is critical. Responsibilities include providing psychiatric care, including admission evaluations, follow-ups, and urgent and emergent consultations to individuals with mental health needs. Participate in the creation of an individualized treatment plan after discussing the case with the mental health care team, collecting and reviewing psychosocial data, medical history, nursing assessment, and other pertinent information. Evaluate patients for the need for a higher level of care, including hospitalization, and escalate care when clinically appropriate. Provide patient education, specifically around issues related to medications and treatment adherence, and aftercare services. Document all activities in the electronic medical record in a timely, concise and clear manner. Integrate nursing and medical concepts in planning care for medically complicated psychiatric patients. Provide consultation to non-prescribing mental health staff and medical staff about diagnosis, treatment and/or the need for psychiatric medication. Counsel patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including in group settings if needed. Participate in team meetings with the treatment staff, on a daily basis if working on a mental observation unit and on a weekly basis if working in one of the clinics. Engage in clinical supervision, as indicated, with the Supervising or Senior psychiatrist. Provide clinical oversight for psychiatric nurse practitioner trainees, including appropriate direct supervision and documentation of evaluation and feedback. Other duties as assigned by the Senior Psychiatrist or Mental Health Manager for the facility, Medical Director, or Chief of Service for Psychiatry, or their respective designees.Minimum Qualifications1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED); and 2. Current certification to practice as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner issued by the NYSED; and 3. Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).Department PreferencesDemonstrate advanced knowledge of psychopathology in assessing patients in need of mental health treatment, including mental status examination and diagnosis. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of psychopharmacology as it pertains to the patient population being treated and writing prescriptions.Additional Salary CompensationIn addition to base compensation, you may also receive the following based on the Collectively-Bargained Agreement: An annual education differential if you currently possess an appropriate degree in nursing or an allied health discipline from an accredited college or university, as listed below: Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Bachelors in allied health discipline = $900 Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Masters in allied health discipline = $1,200 Doctorate in Education, Nursing Practice or PhD in Nursing (DNP) = $2,500 An annual certification differential of $1,878 if you currently hold an appropriate certification that is nationally recognized in the discipline or area of specialization for which you are employed. An annual nursing experience differential ranging from $1,097 up to $9,100 for up to 10 years of experience if you have outside nursing experience as a Nurse Practitioner. An annual assignment differential ranging from $10,000 up to $25,000 if assigned to a Behavioral Health department AND regularly working evenings/nightsBenefitsNYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities College Savings Program Union Benefits for eligible titles Multiple employee discounts programs Commuter Benefits Programs