Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Behavioral Health Inpatient

Geisinger • Moosic, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

In collaboration with a physician, provides care to new or established patients in an inpatient behavioral health setting. Demonstrates autonomy in patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care. Orders testing as necessary, interprets results, and prescribes appropriate medication and therapeutic regimens within the scope of practice. The role works with nursing, staff physicians, and other department staff and may include triage, telephone communication, and patient education.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The position is accountable for meeting job-specific obligations and following organizational policies and procedures. The listed duties represent typical elements of the role and are not all-inclusive; department-specific orientation competencies and skills are also essential.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of advanced practice experience.
• Required certifications and licenses listed: Basic Life Support Certification; Certified Nurse Practitioner certification; and Pennsylvania Registered Nurse license.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree as a Physician Assistant (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, establish presumptive diagnoses, and implement treatment plans for the patient population.
• Make accurate and complete electronic medical record entries; order and interpret diagnostic tests, request consultations as appropriate, and prescribe evidence-based medical therapy.
• Prescribe, adjust, or discontinue medications and therapies as appropriate.
• Report to the collaborating physician circumstances, medical-management approaches, or test results that pose a significant risk to patient health or well-being.
• Perform procedures within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner license.
• Communicate with the collaborative physician, patient, primary care provider, and referring staff by telephone or other correspondence.
• Advocate for patients by providing safe, ethical care and health education to patients and their families in language they can understand.
• Interpret and follow policies and guidelines to define procedures and meet goals and deadlines.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision and dental coverage and coverage for domestic partners.
• Collaborative, cooperative, and collegial work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed