Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Company: CRISIS PREPARATION AND RECOVERY INC
Location: Tempe
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides professional
behavioral health medication management services designed to
decrease the impact of behavioral health disorders and other
emotional disturbances. The primary responsibility is to provide
assessment and treatment; which requires the application of
specialized knowledge in the area of medications and behavioral
health diagnosis. Work is conducted on an independent basis but is
regularly reviewed to ensure that caseload is properly managed,
clients are progressing satisfactorily and treatments and
`interventions are done in accordance with policies, procedures and
regulations. Knowledge and Skills:Excellent oral and written skills
to communicate in a professional manner with clientsStrong clinical
skills to diagnose and treat behavioral health issuesAttention we
to detail and able to problem solve and work independently.DSM-V
diagnosisCurrent medication and treatmentsAbility to work within an
electronic medical record system (EMR)Duties:Obtains and accurately
documents relevant health histories, with emphasis on mental
healthPerforms comprehensive psychiatric Elicits information from
multiple sources using assessment techniques that are appropriate
to the client's language, culture and developmental stagePrescribes
psychotropic and related medications based on clinical indicators
Meets productivity requirementsEducates clients, and family members
if appropriate, on a variety of health related topicsParticipates
in emergency response activities as assignedMaintains required
training, licensure, and/or certificationMaintains confidentiality
of privileged information and adheres to patient privacy
lawsDemonstrates sensitivity and understanding of other ethnic
groups, cultures, and sexual orientationsAvailable to respond to
clients and/or customers including after hours availabilityAttend
staff meetingsMeet with Medical Director as neededFollow protocols
for documentation per Bureau of Medical Facilities Licensing
(BMFL), hospital, insurance company guidelines, and standard
practices of care.Other duties as assignedQualifications and
Education Requirements:Master's Degree in Advanced Practice Nursing
from a program that was fully accredited during the entire time of
the practitioner's attendance. Must supply copies of degrees and
transcripts as requested.Current, unrestricted license issued by
the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Current Board Certification
with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Other
Items:Must comply with training and supervision requirements during
first 90 days of employment, and throughout employment.All
licensed, certified or registered staff will be monitored regarding
restrictions, Medicare/Medicaid sanctions, criminal violations,
subsequent malpractice actions and any settlement made on behalf of
practitioner.Provide evidence of professional liability insurance
coverage in the amount acceptable, minimum $1/$3 millionAll CPR
clinical staff is required to apply for, and/or present and
maintain, within 7 days of hire, a Class One Fingerprint Clearance
card. If application is necessary, a copy must be submitted to
include in personnel file until card is received. Also to provide a
copy of the card upon any renewal. This includes any volunteers,
interns and administrative staff positions as needed.Valid driver's
license and auto insurance must be maintained at all time. Must
maintain current CPR/First Aid card.All nurse practitioners at CPR
are required to carry individual malpractice insurance.All
expirables to be renewed and submitted 30 days prior to expiration
date. It is the duty of the licensee to keep all expirables active
and current and report any mandated change to the Board
immediately. #IND PI177521346
Keywords: CRISIS PREPARATION AND RECOVERY INC, Tempe , Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare , Tempe, Arizona
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