Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric (ER Consult Team)

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

9h•$77 - $99•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide care and monitoring of patients with the functional guidance of a Psychiatric Consult and Liaison Physician. This care includes working closely in formulating the treatment plan and follow-up of medication management for patients.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
Bachelor's: Of Science in Nursing required
Master's: of Science or Master’s Degree in Nursing required within one year of hire.
Post Masters Nurse Practitioner Certificate-Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner required within three years of hire.
RN-Registered Nurse of California
NP-Nurse Practitioner
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
CSRC-Controlled Substance Registered Certification (DEA)
Demonstrated knowledge of DSM IV-TR is required.
Demonstrated knowledge in the de-escalation of agitated, poorly self-controlled individuals.
Demonstrated knowledge in the prescribing of psychotropic medication required
Knowledge in the area of mental health counseling, to include assessment, interpretation, management and evaluation of patient care.
Must possess excellent organizational skills and have the ability to be self-directed and act independently demonstrating sound judgment.
Knowledge and experience in interviewing and performing complete histories and physical and mental health exams.
Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must be able to work with adaptability, flexibility and maintain composure during pressure situations and adverse conditions.
Ability to write legibly and knowledge of approved abbreviations.
Must have ability to work in a collaborative role with other disciplines

Nice To Haves

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
Adult, child and adolescent experience preferred.
Prior experience in a psychiatric outpatient setting is required.
Experience working in a psychiatric multidisciplinary team preferred.
Previous experience working as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner preferred.
Program coordination or team leading experience is desirable.
Program development, implementation and evaluation knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide care and monitoring of patients with the functional guidance of a Psychiatric Consult and Liaison Physician.
Work closely in formulating the treatment plan for patients.
Provide follow-up of medication management for patients.
Perform Management of Aggressive Behavior.