| Provides Behavioral Health focused healthcare and performs selective medical services under the direction of supervising physicians on the Inpatient, Outpatient, BH Observation units, Telepsych consults service and/or Emergency Department in the Psych ED and WL ED. |
| Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patient. Completes PAA and obtains and reviews patient records when needed. Provides telepsych consults, admission and discharge services on all inpatient units, including BH Observation unit and WL Psych ED. -------------------------------------------------- Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures needed. -------------------------------------------------- Performs a complete physical exam and records findings. Establishes presumptive diagnosis. -------------------------------------------------- Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures. -------------------------------------------------- Prepares written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances. -------------------------------------------------- Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs. -------------------------------------------------- Assists physicians by recording patient progress notes, issues diagnostic orders. Performs independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations. -------------------------------------------------- Triage telephone calls from patients, families, nurses, consultants, and colleagues. Provides consultation services and/or Telepsych consultations. -------------------------------------------------- Participates in professional development activities, and maintains professional affiliations. Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Maintains information in a confidential manner, in accordance with State, Federal and Practice guidelines. -------------------------------------------------- |
| EDUCATION: |
| Required: Master's Degree, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. |
| EXPERIENCE: |
| One year in inpatient medical practice. Experience in ambulatory primary care environment, Preferred. Previous experience as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). |
| LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING: |
| REQUIRED Drivers License | Valid Drivers License. BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider. NP | Nurse Practitioner, Pyschiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Current DEA registration. |
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