Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner)

Dhss/Samh • Dover, DE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today! Summary Statement The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse for Delaware Psychiatric Center is a licensed Nurse Practitioner performing under the direction of an administrative supervisor. The candidate would be a leader of the multi-disciplinary treatment team, performing comprehensive physical examinations and preventive health measures, prescribing appropriate forms of treatment, ordering and evaluating laboratory tests to identify and assess clinical problems or health care needs, providing education and counseling, identifying patient health care problems, and developing/implementing care plan-appropriate interventions.

Requirements

• Possession of a Delaware Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license or temporary permit for a Delaware Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license in an appropriate specialty area of Psych/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Provides or evaluates direct nursing care.
• Develops, implements and/or reviews nursing care plans.
• Provides health care instruction and guidance to individuals, families, community groups and/or nursing home facilities in the management of their health care needs.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with other members of the treatment team.
• Prepares and submits records, reports, evaluations and forms.
• Participates in and make recommendations regarding quality assurance activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level