Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Maricopa County, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 1-3years

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Evaluates new admissions to reach a diagnosis and treat identified mental illness.
Re-evaluates patients under care to refine diagnosis and treatment as indicated.
Prescribes medications following the CHS Pharmacy Formulary.
Participates in the management of patients who require involuntary treatment including but not limited to initiating Court-ordered evaluation and ordering the administration of involuntary medications.
Participates as a member of the Medical and Mental Health Interdisciplinary Treatment team assists in developing Special Needs Treatment Plans (SNTP) coordinates with the Forensic Team for any patients in a forensic program works with the medical staff to manage medical problems which may include providing basic medical care and participation in interdisciplinary team meetings.
Participates in the development of psychiatric protocols and clinical practice guidelines to ensure medical services are provided in a cost-effective manner that is consistent with psychiatric standards and appropriate for the correctional setting.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Diploma/transcripts to support graduation from an accredited NP program.
Current valid unrestricted license to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health NP issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
Current completed PSV from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing; including verification of "Prescription Authority".
Current DEA/Controlled Substance Registration Certificate to prescribe Schedule II III and IV drugs.
Current certification in Advanced Nursing Practice as an Adult or Family Psychiatric and Mental Health NP from the American Nurse Credentialing Center (AANC).
Current completed NPI verification.
Current completed fit testing for N95 particulate respirators.
Minimum one year of past work experience in this position.

Required Skills:

Conduct patient evaluations histories and physical exams for new and follow-up cardiology patients Manage and monitor patients with cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension coronary artery disease atrial fibrillation heart failure and hyperlipidemia Order and interpret diagnostic tests including EKGs Holter monitors echocardiograms and stress tests Assist in care coordination for procedures or specialty referrals Provide inpatient cardiology consults and follow-ups (if applicable) Participate in hospital rounds discharge planning and transitions of care Educate patients and families on lifestyle changes medications and disease management Collaborate closely with supervising cardiologists primary care providers and support staff

Required Education:

Current and unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in Hawaii or eligibility to obtain one National certification (AANP ANCC or NCCPA) BLS and ACLS certification required 12 years cardiology or internal medicine experience preferred; strong new graduates with relevant rotations or RN cardiology background considered Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Comfortable working independently with physician support EMR experience

Job Description:Evaluates new admissions to reach a diagnosis and treat identified mental illness.Re-evaluates patients under care to refine diagnosis and treatment as indicated.Prescribes medications following the CHS Pharmacy Formulary.Participates in the management of patients who require involun...

Job Description:

Evaluates new admissions to reach a diagnosis and treat identified mental illness.
Re-evaluates patients under care to refine diagnosis and treatment as indicated.
Prescribes medications following the CHS Pharmacy Formulary.
Participates in the management of patients who require involuntary treatment including but not limited to initiating Court-ordered evaluation and ordering the administration of involuntary medications.
Participates as a member of the Medical and Mental Health Interdisciplinary Treatment team assists in developing Special Needs Treatment Plans (SNTP) coordinates with the Forensic Team for any patients in a forensic program works with the medical staff to manage medical problems which may include providing basic medical care and participation in interdisciplinary team meetings.
Participates in the development of psychiatric protocols and clinical practice guidelines to ensure medical services are provided in a cost-effective manner that is consistent with psychiatric standards and appropriate for the correctional setting.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Diploma/transcripts to support graduation from an accredited NP program.
Current valid unrestricted license to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health NP issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
Current completed PSV from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing; including verification of "Prescription Authority".
Current DEA/Controlled Substance Registration Certificate to prescribe Schedule II III and IV drugs.
Current certification in Advanced Nursing Practice as an Adult or Family Psychiatric and Mental Health NP from the American Nurse Credentialing Center (AANC).
Current completed NPI verification.
Current completed fit testing for N95 particulate respirators.
Minimum one year of past work experience in this position.