Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Job Norwich New York USA,Nursing

Location: Norwich

Job Description

Job Description

Reports to: Director of Substance use Disorder Integrated Services Position

Goals and Responsibilities:

Provide direct clinical services to patients, including psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy, and, when appropriate, medication management, in compliance with regulations set forth by the New York State Department of Health, the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), and the Office of Mental Health (OMH). Clinical responsibilities typically involve evaluating, diagnosing, and treating mental health and/or substance use disorders which may include providing Medication Assistant Treatment.

Additional areas of care may include supporting individuals coping with grief, anger, adjustment challenges, and other behavioral health concerns.
Conduct diagnostic evaluations through patient history, physical exams, and diagnostic testing. Develops and manages individualized treatment plans, including medication and psychotherapy as needed. Provides care in individual or group settings and coordinates referrals or transfers to appropriate levels of care.
Carries out prescribed treatments, administer injections, instructs clients and their families on proper use, dosages and possible side effects of medications taken, and observes the client’s physical and emotional status
Participates as member of a multi-disciplinary team in the development of collaborative plans of care that address client needs.
Provides health education and monitors client well-being in coordination with staff, providers, and agencies to support continuity of care.
Uses the Electronic Medical Record system to prepare and complete all required clinical documentation and treatment authorizations for billing purposes in a timely manner.
Maintain compliance with HIPAA, infection control, and clinic policies
Provides crisis intervention services as needed.
Depending on organizational needs, this position may assume additional responsibilities, including supervisory duties or oversight of specific functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a current license, DEA license and registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; AND

Possession of a current board certificate to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry issued by the New York State Education Department; AND

One year of full-time paid post-licensure clinical nursing experience or its part-time equivalent.

Experience with and demonstrated strong commitment to Drug User Health, Harm Reduction, and interdisciplinary, collaborative team-based care settings, and trauma informed care.

Exceptional communication skills for work with patients and in collaboration with colleagues.

Special Requirement:

At time of appointment and continuing throughout employment a candidate/incumbent must possess a valid New York State Driver’s License, a reliable vehicle, and a driving record acceptable to the County’s insurance carrier.

Candidates must maintain active New York State licensure and registration as a Registered Professional Nurse, along with board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry, throughout the duration of employment.

At time of appointment and continuing throughout employment, candidates/incumbents must not be named on the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Office of Inspector General, List of Exclusions and/or the New York State Office of the Medicaid Inspector General Medicaid Terminations or Exclusions List.

Note:

Pre-Employment Screenings: 1. In accordance with Sections 16.33, 19.20, 19.20-a and 31.35 of New York State Mental Hygiene Law candidates who are actively being considered for employment will be required to consent to all pre-employment screening requirements…