Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Gaudenzia, Inc.•Erie, PA

4d•$60 - $120•Onsite

About The Position

Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances. This position requires the ability to work on-site in our programs in Erie, PA, Tuesday - Friday. An FNP with experience treating people with active substance use disorder is preferred.

Requirements

Valid PA licensure as a Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)– Board Certification Required
Experience with electronic medical records required
Individual Professional Liability insurance required
Valid, unrestricted Federal Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number
Valid Pennsylvania PROMISE number
Minimum of two years’ experience
Knowledge of state regulations for drug and alcohol programs as well as opioid treatment programs.
Prior experience and familiarity treating opiate and alcohol addiction with MAT is required.
Must have ability to perform physical examinations in person and using telemedicine.
Knowledge of specific health care issues pertaining to drug and alcohol abusers.
Knowledge of current relevant advanced nursing practice issues and standards.
Knowledge of record keeping requirements, as well as other regulations of entities having responsibility for licensing, approving and credentialing the program served.
Knowledge of physical and mental health issues of the subculture served.
Knowledge and skills relevant to the area of advanced nursing practice.
Knowledge of the specialized population/area of service.
Knowledge of the external network of resources needed.
Ability to perform highly specialized and advanced nursing assessment and practice.
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships within and outside of the agency.
Ability to exercise professional judgment at the level of clinical excellence and advanced practice.
Ability to assess and develop educational programs for the needs of clients and staff.

Nice To Haves

FNP with experience treating people with active substance use disorder preferred
Work experience in a substance use disorder treatment setting preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct psychological examinations
Promotes the utilization of all types of medication assisted treatment (MAT), Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MAOD)/Medications for Alcohol Use Disorders (MAUD)
Work a minimum of 2 days a week; in-person availability required
Participate in weekly treatment team meetings
Order and monitor medication and medical care for clients as needed and provide written authorization
Adheres to the vision and mission of the company
Provide detox/MAT support and education as needed
Utilizes Gaudenzia's approved pharmacy
In conjunction with the Clinical Supervisor, Nurse Manager, Program Director and Medical Director monitors all types of facility discharges to ensure appropriate care coordination is completed.
In conjunction with the Program Director and Medical Director, ensures that a 24-hour emergency contact is available.
Attends quarterly medical staff meeting.
Assists with monitoring facility incident reports and staff training as requested.
Maintains safe, secure and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures as per company policy and federal regulations.
Ensures that significant adverse drug reactions are reported to the Federal Food and Drug Administration and to the manufacturer in a manner that does not violate the client's confidentiality
Review and certify client admissions.
Conduct physical examinations within timeframes specified by Company policies and procedures, and licensing and regulatory entities.
Ensures all information obtained during the course of physical examinations, laboratory results and other diagnostic evaluations are duly recorded in all patient records
Manage client medical care.
Maintains confidentiality of all clients and interpret pre-existing medical examination reports to include but not limited to diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
Complete and review client documentation contemporaneously in the Company's electronic health record (EHR) as required, including but not limited to physical examinations, medication orders, physicians' notes, nursing and biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans and discharge summaries within twenty-four (24) hours and no later than seventy-two (72) hours of service provision.
Conduct Peer-to-Peer reviews as required with funding/referral sources.
Meet with the Program Director and Quality Assurance Team and participate in quality and performance improvement initiatives and peer review activities, as needed.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, facility meetings, and conduct education for staff and clients on substance use and mental health symptoms, treatment, and medication.
Provide crisis intervention in situations requiring immediate response.
Adhere to all applicable Company policies and procedures as well as licensing/ accreditation standards.
Maintain valid licenses and current insurance for the length of time this contract remains in place or longer if required by the malpractice insurance carrier to cover losses or potential losses that occur(ed) during the time of this contract.
Deliver telemedicine services in compliance with all regulatory entities, as requested.
Create a plan for medical/health services throughout the duration of client's treatment.
Provide comprehensive case management services to ensure continuity of care.
Foster efficient and effective utilization of existing medical resources to prevent fragmentation and duplication of services.
Provide extensive and focused health/mental health education for clients, tailoring the information and approach to the needs of the population served.
Provide individual/group counseling and education in areas of medical/clinical/health needs.
Create and maintain thorough and comprehensive medical/health related files on clients served.
Maintain working area within appropriate and relevant regulatory guidelines, including medication handling and storage.
Provide on-call support for medical staff
Other duties as required/assigned