Advanced Nurse Practitioner

JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: ANPReports To: Medical DirectorLocation: Phoenix Rising Center, Satellite OfficesWage: NegotiableHours: As ContractedThe psychiatrist provides pharmacologic management services such that a psychiatric/mental health/medical intervention is used to reduce/stabilize and/or eliminate psychiatric symptoms with the goal of improving the functioning, including management and reduction of symptoms for the client.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Meet with clients and /or family members and other providers to complete a psychiatric/ mental health assessment.Address psychiatric/ mental health needs identified in assessment.Diagnose clients and treat those who have a mental illness.Prescribe medication as necessary with consideration of allergies, substance use, current medication, medical history and physical status.Educate individuals and family members regarding medication and its actions, effects, and side effects so that they can effectively participate in decisions concerning medication that is administered/dispensed to them.Evaluate the effectiveness of the medication and of a wide range of therapeutic measures.Assist individuals in obtaining prescribed psychotropic medication, when needed, and provide follow-up as needed.Notify and assess clients for possible side effects of medication.Consult with clinical staff at Phoenix Rising regarding care of clients in a multidisciplinary approach.Write reports for insurance carriers as well as Social Security Administration and/or other forms as needed by the clients in a timely mannerDocument and record information per policy and procedures of Phoenix Rising.Update and use job-related knowledge.Willingness to participate in possible research and other quality improvement projects.Become provider for multiple insurance providers.Other duties as assigned.JOB ACTIVITY DEMANDS:Physical:Able to walk and sit for extended periods of time.Ability to carry twenty pounds of weight.Mental and Personal:Ability to engage easily with others.Ability to communicate.Ability to gather information from a wide variety of areas (i.e. consumer, family, written correspondence, outside agencies and clinical staff), organize the information, analyze the options and apply solutions.Ability to problem solve.Adequate computer skills.Ability to organize information and resolve issues as they may occur.JOB SPECIFICATIONS:Education:l . Has completed a medical program and holds a current, valid license to practice medicine issued by the Ohio State Medical Board.Has completed a residency training program in psychiatry.Prefer physician who is State of Ohio certified psychiatrist.Prefer physician with a 3-5 years of experience in a community mental health care system. Skills:Good interpersonal skills.Ability to express ideas clearly: verbally and in written form.Ability to engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds.Good problem-solving skills.Ability to resolve conflicts and negotiate with others.Good organizational skills.Ability to complete paperwork in a timely manner.Skills:Good interpersonal skills and the ability to get along with diverse personalities (clients, physicians, staff and general public).Work with others in a team approach.Ability to work well with a variety of staff and community members as a representative of the program and the agency.Discretion with confidential information.Good communication skills, written and verbal.Ability to treat consumers as equal partners in recovery.Knowledge:Understanding and ability to use evidenced-based practices.Knowledge of the definition of good mental health.Basic understanding of chemical dependency concepts and symptoms.Knowledge of nursing procedures.Knowledge of recovery model and use of this model in treatment planning, and working with clients.Understanding of HIPPA regulations.Knowledge and use of outcomes in treatment planning with the client.Understanding of the impact of substance use, physical conditions, and living arrangements on mental health.Knowledge of community resources.Knowledge of insurance, pharmaceutical programs for medication, and options for obtaining psychotropic medications through central pharmacy and samples.Knowledge to use Med/Map.Knowledge of community resources for gaining medications and other assistance as needed.Understanding of psychotropic medication and their potential side-effects and ability to recognize and obtain necessary information from client and/or family members.Knowledge of mental health/mental illness issues and the impact of substance use, physical health, and living conditions on client's mental health. #J-18808-Ljbffr