Psychiatric APRN

Caring Health Center•Springfield, MA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric APRN will diagnose and, where appropriate, prescribe psychotropic medications for DSM 5 diagnoses. This role involves collaborating with a MAT trained M.D. to provide follow-up and supportive services to substance abuse patients. The APRN will monitor patient responses to medication, adjust dosages, change medications as needed, and recognize and respond to adverse reactions. The position integrates and coordinates counseling and other non-pharmacologic interventions with medication to optimize patient outcomes. The APRN will coordinate and collaborate with the primary care team, including providers, pharmacists, medical assistants, therapists, and Community Support Personnel, to improve health outcomes. Maintaining professional, accurate, and timely clinical documentation of patient encounters is essential. The role requires attending weekly BH meetings and other identified meetings for patient care, as well as scheduled supervision with the Chief Medical Officer and BH Director. Additionally, the APRN will supervise NP, PA, and medical students during rotations, serve as a mentor, teacher, and consultant to MDs, NPs, and PAs on diagnosing and prescribing for DSM 5 disorders, and occasionally present lectures on mental health topics. Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization will also be part of this role.

Requirements

Licensed in the State of Massachusetts.
Sound nursing knowledge for effective assessment of, diagnosis of, and treatment of psychiatric disorders.
Ability to work independently as well as to collaborate with Integrated Care Team.
Compassion and respect for individuals with the disease of addiction.
Knowledgeable in treating addiction.
Familiarity with multicultural groups, ability to work in a multicultural setting.
Prior experience addressing the BH needs of patients with chronic medical conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension).
Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; proven ability to communicate with diverse audiences.
Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect; regard for patient privacy is essential.
Organizational skills a must.
Computer literacy.
Willing to work with an interpreter as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual-Spanish a plus, but not required.
MAT experience or interest preferred.
Experience with an Electronic Health Record is preferable.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and, where appropriate, prescribe psychotropic medications for DSM 5 diagnoses.
Collaborate with MAT trained M.D. providing follow up and supportive services to substance abuse patients.
Monitor responses to medication(s) and adjust dosage(s), change medications as needed, recognize adverse reactions respond appropriately.
Integrates and coordinates counseling and other non-pharmacologic interventions with medication to optimize patient outcomes.
Coordinate and collaborate with the primary care team (including providers, pharmacist, medical assistants, therapists, Community Support Personnel, etc.) to improve health outcomes.
Maintain professional, accurate and timely clinical documentation of patient encounters.
Attend BH meetings weekly as well as other identified meetings for patient care.
Attend supervision with Chief Medical Officer and BH Director as scheduled.
Supervise NP, PA and medical students during rotations at CHC when appropriate.
Serve as mentor, teacher, and consultant to MDs, NPs and PAs on diagnosing and prescribing for DSM 5 disorders.
On occasion, present lectures to medical and other staff on topics related to mental health.
Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.