Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatry

Lifepoint Health • Clyde, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Provides primary or acute healthcare services for certain acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. This position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors. Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information. Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA). Skilled in the application of policies and procedures. Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing
• BCLS upon completion of hospital orientation
• Current and active NP license in state of practice.
• Current and active RN license in state of practice
• Current DEA license

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination.
• Documents patient care performed, assessments made, and orders given.
• Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies.
• Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations, and care.
• Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions, including use of prescriptive authority and referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
• Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health and wellness, treatment options, and community resources.
• Provides care in the context of promoting age- and culture-appropriate informed choices, shared decision making, and the right to self-determination.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other additional duties and responsibilities as agreed upon in employment contract and in accordance with all Physician Services Guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level