Nurse Practitioner Behavioral Health, Inpatient

Location:

Geisinger Behavioral Health Danville,

Shift: Days (United States), Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40, Worker Type:
Regular, Exemption Status:
Yes.

In collaboration with the physician, provides care to new or established patients. Demonstrates autonomy through patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow‑up care. Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication and therapeutic regimen within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner. These roles, undertaken in cooperation with nursing, staff physicians and other department staff, may include triage, telephone communication and patient education.

• Assess and establish a presumptive diagnosis and implement treatment plans for patients.
• Make accurate and complete entries into the electronic medical record; order and interpret diagnostic testing and consult as appropriate and prescribe appropriate medical therapy utilizing evidence‑based practice.
• Prescribe, adjust or discontinue medications or therapies as appropriate.
• Evaluate and report to collaborating physician any circumstances or approaches to medical management or test results that present a significant risk to patient's health or well‑being.
• Perform procedures within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner license.
• Communicate with collaborative physician, patient, PCP and referring staff through telephone or other means of correspondence.
• Instill confidence in patients acting as their advocate by providing safe, ethical care and health education to the patient and their family in a language they can understand.
• Interpret and follow policies and guidelines to define procedures and meet goals and deadlines.

• Master's Degree – Nurse Practitioner (required).
• Certification:
  Basic Life Support, Certified Nurse Practitioner – American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania).
• Advanced practice nurse certification (PMHNP required).
• Experience:
  
  Not specified.

• Health, vision, dental benefits and domestic partner coverage from day one.

Geisinger is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.