Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Adult

Job Description

Job Description

COMMUNITY HEALTH:

Community Health is a primary care network that provides nationally-recognized programs, a focus on wellness, dental, behavioral health and pediatric specialties, walk-in Express Care, a culture of community and quality health care that almost everyone, insured or uninsured, has come to depend on. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer a team-oriented, collaborative work environment for close to 400 employees at eight different locations in Rutland and southern Addison counties. 

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Community Health is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide outpatient psychiatric services to a diverse population in Rutland County. Must enjoy working with a dedicated team of highly motivated professionals who are committed to providing an integrative, community-based approach to care.   

You will be involved in diagnosing, treatment and prevention of behavioral health disorders. Our medical staff work with a team of case managers, therapists and support staff to ensure the best possible outcome for our patients.   

The mission of Community Health is to improve the health and wellness of all people in the communities we serve by providing access to excellent medical and dental primary care regardless of any financial consideration. Community Health Center sites are certified Level 111 Medical Homes, with a highly developed and supportive panel management and case management system in place.  We have a fully integrated electronic medical record and practice management system with robust interfaces to our local hospital.  

FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: 

• Examine patients to obtain information about their physical and/or psychological condition.
• Interpret diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
• Make diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients.
• Obtain, compile and record patient medical data, including health history, progress notes and results of physical or psychological examination. Document patient/provider interactions according to Medical Staff policies and procedures.
• Administer or order diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests.
• Prescribe therapy or medication with physician approval.
• Perform therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and infection management.
• Instruct and counsel patients about prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Provide physicians with assistance during surgery or medical procedures.
• May supervise and coordinate activities of technicians and technical assistants, or provide appropriate coverage in other areas.
• Communicate with referral sources.
• Other duties as necessary to support the operation of an outpatient psychology clinic.
• Facilitate referral to alternative or additional providers as clinically appropriate.
• Provide 26 hours of direct, billable services per week per full-time FTE