Nurse Practitioner

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Hobbs, NM, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1239 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Prescribing Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide clinical services, including but not limited to medication management, clinical evaluations and therapy. Shall perform services in accordance with generally accepted methods and practices of the medical profession, and in compliance with applicable accreditation standards. The Prescribing Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is licensed to practice and prescribe psychotropic medication in the State of New Mexico. SERVICES: The Prescribing Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner shall render the following services: Provide required adult, and adolescent/child pharmacologic management and psychotherapy services to clients of Guidance Center of Lea County Render emergency treatment to the clients of Guidance Center of Lea County when such services are required during normal working hours. Maintain complete and accurate records of all care, treatment, and examination of the clients who are treated by Prescribing Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner on behalf of Guidance Center of Lea County and the Prescribing Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will prepare and submit any report required as needed for the clients treated by the Prescribing Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Provide psychiatric/psychological diagnostic evaluations/assessments when deemed necessary and in the best interest of the clients. Coordination of mental health care with community physicians and consulting psychiatrists. Responsible for ensuring that clients on medication receive their prescribed medication. Any other duties as deemed necessary by assigned supervisor LEVEL AND DEGREE OF SUPERVISION: Supervised by the Medical Director and direction from the consulting pharmacist and Nurse Practitioner. Supervision to include one (1) hour per week and participation in case staffing, general, and team meetings. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Master's degree and hold a Nurse Practitioner License with Psychiatry indication. Must possess an unrestricted and current license to practice medicine in the State of New Mexico. Two (2) or more years of experience working in behavioral health is preferred, but not required. Licensure must be maintained during the period of employment. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required. CONDITIONS OF WORK: Hiring and promotion will be accomplished in compliance with GCLC's Equal Opportunity Employment/Affirmative Action Policy. Position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Position consists of 40 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday. Hours or days may vary according to need. Travel may be required of employee for delivery of services, training, or conferences. Personal transportation is mandatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr Guidance Center Of Lea County