Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Employee will be under the programmatic supervision of the Director of Medical Services. APRN will maintain a collaborating physician and supervisory agreement for the purpose of prescribing medication as required by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Conduct psychiatric evaluations. Provide medications/prescription management; and complete reports and related documentation to health care facilities. Maintain a KASPER account with a delegate. Perform psychiatric review and sign all treatment plans as required by regulatory and funding agencies. Psychiatric consultations. Admission psychiatric histories within regulatory time frames. Diagnosis. Administer injectable medications as indicated. Prepare and update treatment plans, goals, and objectives. Participate in discharge planning and referrals. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to include outpatient psychiatric services at the Pennyroyal Center. Lead and/or participate in weekly treatment team meeting. Maintain current knowledge of all applicable Federal, State, hospital regulations and provide all services in compliance with the latter regulations. Required Skills MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree or higher in nursing with a university identified major in psychiatric and mental health nursing with ANCC board certification in psychiatric mental health nursing. Must maintain an active RN license in Kentucky and hold APRN credentials. Experience with an Adult Psychiatric clients. Must possess a valid driver's license, and provide proof of automobile insurance. Must pass a required Criminal Record Check and a Sexual Offender Registry check. BLS Certification - American Heart Association (Healthcare Provider) or American Red Cross (Healthcare Provider) required, must be current. #J-18808-Ljbffr