Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) - (Full-Time Exempt)

SHIFT:

8 Hour Shifts- Exempt 5 days/weeek

DEPARTMENT:

Family Health Center

POSITION SUMMARY

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the day-to-day management of patients in the outpatient setting. The Provider manages the behavioral health of patients by providing evaluation and management of acute and chronic illnesses/conditions. The Provider is responsible for the coordination of care with specialists and appropriate ancillary services andshall work collaboratively with all members of the health care team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide care to patients through ongoing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.


• Enhance the quality of patient management and satisfaction through support and collaboration with various internal and external programs/organizations.


• All other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) Required :

• Current California Nurse Practitioner License


• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Board Certified)


• DEA Furnishing License


• BLS within 3 months of hire

Education Preferred:

• ACLS Preferred


• PALS Preferred

Minimum Experience Required:

• Must be credentialed through Medical Staff for privileges to see patients within their scope of practice.

Experience Preferred:

• One-year experience working in an outpatient clinic preferred.


• Knowledge of EMR system or ability to learn and use the district Electronic Medical Record system

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication


• Ability to use communication skills to enhance learning through motivation, associations and repetition.


• Strong organization skills with attention to detail and accuracy


• Ability to maintain confidentiality.


• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office.


• Must have the ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other members of the health care team.


• Must be able to withstand stressful situations.


• Critical thinking skills


• Bilingual preferred

Bear Valley Community Healthcare District Is An Equal Opportunity Employer