Nurse Practitioner FT Dual Certified

ODYSSEY BEHAVIORAL GROUP•Short Pump, VA

2d•$155 - $165•Onsite

About The Position

The position is primarily responsible for conducting psychiatric evaluations, medication consultation and collaboration with care teams as needed. The position will provide pharmacological treatment, if indicated, and request and review any needed lab work. Position collaborates with team members, care givers, external medical providers to oversee and promote the health and safety of clients throughout the treatment process.

Requirements

Board Eligible or Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner.
All necessary requirements must be met in VA.
Superior communication skills working with patients, family members, community stakeholders and staff.
Performs duties independently, responsibly and with a high level of integrity
A valid Driver's license and a generally clean driving record are required.
Employees may be required to drive personal or company vehicles.
State licensing DHS and DSS prohibit individuals with specific criminal charges, conducted by Livescan fingerprint checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience with mental health PHP/IOP and/or psychiatric hospital experience desired.

Responsibilities

Maintaining a safe and secure environment
Help Clients by providing information, services, and assistance
Prescribe Detoxification medication regimens that are safe, appropriate, and effective for clients with substance use disorder
Routine checkups and Medication checks for clients in services
Conducting follow up and evaluation of client physical and psychiatric conditions.
Prescribe medications as necessary and check on the efficacy of medication regimen
Document clinical, medical, and psychiatric treatments and recommendations
Pre-screen and approve potential clients by reviewing psych and medical records for admission
Order Lab work and UAs as needed
Complete Psychiatric Evaluations for every admitting client
Complete physical for every admitting client
Make referrals to specialist as needed
Order and administer Vivitrol as needed
Consult with the treatment team
Complete progress notes as needed
Support Nursing staff.