Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
7 days ago
New York
Job DescriptionDescription: DAMIAN FAMILY CARE CENTERS, INC. is a Federally Qualified Health Center with 14 community based health centers located in the metro NYC area, Suffolk County and Upstate, NY, providing primary care, behavioral health and specialized care at all sites. Position Summary: Utilizes specialized knowledge and skills in performing Psychiatric Mental Health assessments, prescribing treatment modalities, establishing plans of care and promoting the continuum of care with other health care providers. May write prescriptions for medications without the co-signature of a physician, utilizing her/his own NYS license and DEA number. Essential Functions: • Performs psychiatric health assessments and data collection in a systematic manner, focusing on behavioral, psychological, cognitive and cultural needs of the patients., • Utilizes the nursing process, current standards of professional practice and standards of care in assessing patient needs and developing plans of care., • Demonstrates competency in diagnosing and prescribing appropriate treatment interventions for the mental health patient and assessing the patient’s response to prescribed treatment modalities., • Collaborates effectively with the Psychiatrist, medical providers and other clinical disciplines in planning interventions that will best meet the patient needs in a timely manner., • Appropriately prescribes medication regimens for the patient and utilizes an outcome-oriented approach to assess patient’s response to prescribed regimens., • Prescribes appropriate laboratory/ diagnostic procedures and consultative referrals related to the patient’s mental health status and facilitates appropriate treatment interventions predicated on results of these procedures and consultative reports., • Initiates appropriate psychotherapeutic interventions and evaluates patient outcomes on an on–going basis., • Consults effectively with the collaborating Psychiatrist under the following circumstances:, • Patients who are acutely ill and may require hospitalization, • When deemed necessary by the CNP, • As requested by the Psychiatrist, • Identifies patient’s educational needs, provides mental health teaching and the resources to meet the educational needs of the patient., • Maintains open communication with all members of the health care team to promote a collaborative and collegial relationship within and between the ambulatory care centers and residential treatment facilities., • Promotes the continuum of care in consultation with residential facility staff and outside agencies for additional mental health services and discharge planning., • Participates in the development of Psychiatric standards of care as requested by the Director of Psychiatry, Medical Director or DFCC Administration., • Demonstrates initiative and competency in the utilization of Health Information Technology to perform essential job functions, which include but are not limited to (1) documentation in the EHR, (2) Transmission of EHI, (3) Retrieval of EHI., • Verbalizes and demonstrates knowledge and compliance to DFCC Standards of Care and policies and procedures., • Performs within scope of practice, demonstrates awareness of legal issues, utilizes appropriate judgment and actions to reduce potential adverse consequences for patients, self and the organization., • Participates in meetings, committee activities, peer review process, and the DFCC QI program, as assigned., • Provides staff education on mental health needs of patients, as assigned., • Assesses personal learning needs and demonstrates a commitment to professional growth by attending continuing education seminars and maintaining current knowledge of health care trends, standards, and new technologies., • Performs efficiently in emergency situations; remains calm, uses good judgment and follows established protocols., • Provides a safe and secure environment for patients, family, staff and self through the appropriate application of established safety and infection control principles., • Meets all organizational requirements for mandatory education at the time of employment and annually, thereafter., • Verbalizes knowledge of and demonstrates sensitivity to the patient’s bill of rights, HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules and maintains patient confidentiality at all times., • Demonstrates respect for the cultural and religious diversities and needs of patients, families and other care providers., • Demonstrates a commitment to building a supportive, team oriented work environment and projects a positive image to the communities we serve., • Creates and maintains an atmosphere of courtesy and respect towards patient’s families and care providers, • Supports the Mission and philosophy of Damian Family Care Centers, Inc.Requirements:, • Graduate of accredited school of nursing, masters’ degree in nursing,, • Current and unencumbered New York State Registered Nurse license and New York State Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner license, • Current NYS registration to practice as an RN and Psych NP, • Minimum one years’ experience as a practicing Psychiatric NP in a hospital or psychiatric facility required, ambulatory care setting preferred treating and managing patients with behavioral/mental health issues., • Current DEA and ACLS certification, • Minimum continuing education credits (CEUs) needed to maintain their advanced nurse practice license, • Understands and is able to articulate the concepts of an interdisciplinary team model with a focus on outcome measurements; ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituents including, but not limited to, staff, members of Damian’s leadership team, medical staff, patients and the community., • Must be analytical with an attention to detail; stellar communication and interpersonal skills; sound problem solving and critical thinking skills, • Proficient with in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word; able to document care in an electronic medical record (EMR).