About the position
The Advanced Practice Provider in Psychiatry will provide advance practice nursing care to employees, patients, families and the community through assessment, planning, prescribing and evaluation interventions in the clinics at Nappi Wellness Institute. Position works collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to provide care and develops with the patient/family an individualized plan of care and modifies the plan as status changes. Coordinates care with PCP and various outside agencies and obtains referrals into additional programs to support the patient's recovery. Must excel in providing patient centered care to support the patient's recovery. Is a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team who demonstrates professionalism and leadership within the institution. Exemplifies the Upstate mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Upstate policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Provide advance practice nursing care to employees, patients, families, and the community.
- Conduct assessments, planning, prescribing, and evaluation interventions in the clinics.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to provide care.
- Develop individualized plans of care with patients and families.
- Modify care plans as patient status changes.
- Coordinate care with primary care providers and outside agencies.
- Obtain referrals into additional programs to support patient recovery.
- Demonstrate professionalism and leadership within the institution.
Requirements
- NYS licensed/registered NP specialty area of Psychiatry required.
- Master's Degree as a Nurse Practitioner required.
- Current National Certification consistent with clinical practice required.
- NPI number and Medicare enrollment with a Medicare Identification Number (or PTAN) required (or eligible for Medicare Enrollment within 6 months of hire).
- CPR-BLS Certification required at the time of appointment.
Nice-to-haves
- American Nurses Association certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner preferred.
- Prior psychiatry experience in a Hospital setting preferred.
- Prior integrated care experience ideal.
