Nurse Practitioner - Harrisburg

CIVIQ HEALTH LLC•Harrisburg, PA

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About The Position

To meet an ever-expanding need for mental health and substance use disorder treatment services in the region, STR Behavioral Health is excited to announce a new PHP/IOP location opening soon in Harrisburg, PA. The approach at our treatment centers is firmly rooted in individualized, person-centered care to help clients uncover the why behind their disorders and help them build foundational relationships that help answer the how in moving forward. This position is responsible for the health and safety of all clients. This position assesses and prescribes appropriate medications as well as assess medical and psychiatric issues/ concerns and makes appropriate referrals. This position consults with the treatment team on primary diagnosis and co-occurring issues. Within the organization: Establish and maintain productive working relationships with peers and accounting team members throughout STR Behavioral Health and affiliated facilities. Outside the organization: Establish and maintain productive working relationships with third party vendors, as necessary.

Requirements

Certified in the state of Pennsylvania as a CRNP or Physician’s Assistant.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Detoxification and/or Residential Setting, preferably in substance abuse or mental health.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A willingness to work with a clinical team to make recommendations and implement strategies that will benefit clients.
Willingness to take calls during afterhours days and times.
Position requires incumbent to have a valid driver’s license
Clearance of TB test, and any other mandatory state/federal requirements.
Current CPR and First Aid certification.

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.