Psychiatric ARNP (Wenatchee) - $40,000 Sign on and Relocation Bonus!

CVCH•Wenatchee, WA

2d•$168,366 - $194,128•Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing integrated consultation with patients, as well as with behavioral health and medical colleagues, and direct patient care including psychiatric diagnostic evaluation, psychiatric medication services, and other preventive, educational, and therapeutic behavioral health services. The position requires professional expertise and responsibility for ensuring services meet the needs of patients and are being provided in accordance with best practices, state and federal law, and CVCH policies and procedures.

Requirements

Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Successful completion of an accredited Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) program with emphasis in psychiatric care (Nurse Practitioner Certificate or Master’s Degree).
Certification/Licensure: Current Washington State Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) license with prescriptive privileges or eligibility to obtain licensure. Valid DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certification. ANCC certification as a “Clinical Specialist in Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing” or “Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health NP” or ”Family Mental Health NP” preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) required. ACLS or ATLS may be used to substitute for BLS. All Providers must be eligible for enrollment in Medicare and must not be currently opted out of the Medicare program
Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner in a clinical setting. Two (2) years experience in providing Psychiatric/Behavioral Health Care to mentally ill individuals preferred. Previous training and experience in community primary health care preferred. Experience working with low income, multi-ethnic populations.
Language Skills: English required.
Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to write clear, concise and accurately. Knowledge of computer applications and equipment related to work. Must have basic computer and keyboarding skills and have the ability to enter data within company’s computer/software system; must demonstrate manual dexterity.
Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with other staff and management and with a wide range of consumers and constituencies and members of the public in a diverse community. Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining productive work teams. Ability to work in a fast paced environment under stressful situations. Ability to work with and/or around persons who are chronically mentally ill. Skilled in interpersonal relationships. Ability to work effectively in a community health setting utilizing physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and support staff. An awareness and appreciation for both the health and socioeconomic needs of a low-income, underserved population.
Essential Physical Requirements: This job is performed mostly in a typical inside, office environment. Essential physical requirements of this job include: light physical effort; repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and/or fingers; standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling; frequent sitting; lifting and/or moving items weighing up to 20 pounds; ability to read forms and computer screens and to read correspondence and other documents.
Essential Mental Abilities: Essential mental abilities include: knowledge, background and interest appropriate to providing sensitive, professional, direct support to mentally ill clients; ability to exercise sound independent judgment; ability to analyze problems and develop situation appropriate responses to consumer issues; ability to make decisions in line with state and federal regulations; ability to read, comprehend, and analyze documents, regulations, and policies; ability to prepare and submit complete and succinct documents necessary to the job. Knowledge of current psychotropic medications and their uses. Knowledge of federal and state standards for clinical practice.
Essential Sensory Requirements: Essential sensory requirements include the ability to: read computer keyboard, monitor, and documents; prepare and analyze documents; read extensively; see, recognize, and assess non-verbal behaviors of consumers as part of the intake process; hear, recognize, and assess verbal presentations of consumers; receive and convey detailed information orally, by telephone and in person; convey accurate and detailed instructions by speaking to others in person and by telephone. Must be able to visually distinguish correct colors.
Exposure to Hazards: Incumbents in these positions may be exposed to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. Incumbents will be working with persons who may be psychotic and present difficulty in maintaining control. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Age Specific Competency 1. Infant (30 days to less than 1 year) 2. Pediatric (1 year – 12 years) 3. Adolescent (12 years – 18 years) 4. Adult (18 years – 65 years) 5. Geriatric (65 years – Death)

Responsibilities

Provides behavioral health clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment plans, and ongoing psychiatric medication services for patients.
Reviews, initiates, and maintains psychiatric medications for patients until referred back to PCP or alternate provider.
May assist in clinical supervision, shadowing of patient care, and oversight with student trainees, as requested.
Coordinates client care as part of the Primary Care Medical Home Model to assist with improved communication and care.
May provide psychiatric oversight to Managed Care Organizations CVCH is contracted with.
Responsible for documentation according to organizational, federal, and state guidelines.
Maintains credentials essential for practice, to include licensure, certification, and CPE.
Attends CVCH Behavioral Health and Medical Provider meetings and represents the organization at any appropriate community committee as directed by the Behavioral Health Director.
Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Expected to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
Expected to embrace, support and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion and quality which align with the CVCH mission statement through actions and interactions with all patients, staff, and others.
Follows all safety policies and general housekeeping practices. Ensures the area and its equipment and supplies are neat, clean, safe and utilized appropriately at all times, and participates in emergency drills.
Demonstrates positive attitude toward patients, co-workers, and outside agencies.
Supports interdisciplinary team in area by listening to concerns and suggestions and by providing follow-up and feedback in a timely manner.
Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all patients, co-workers, and others.
Must be able to tolerate frequent work interruptions, organize work and reset priorities in order to complete work responsibilities in a timely manner.
Follows all established policies, guidelines, and procedures, including federal and state regulations to assure safe practices and quality patient care. Includes following of Universal Precautions and Infection Control Standards and compliance with Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations.

Benefits

Sign on and Relocation Bonus - $40,000!
Medical Premera (Self Insured) Preferred Provider Employee/Spouse/Dependents; receive a Benefit Stipend of up to $500 per month
Dental Washington Dental Employee/Spouse/Dependents receive a Benefit Stipend of up to $500 per month
Paid Leave 120 hours – Year 1 136 hours – Year 2 Each year after that employee will accrue 8 hours of PTO each year, on their anniversary date, until they reach a maximum of 208 hours at 10+ years. Paid Leave may be used immediately for sick leave and after 3 months employment for vacation. Maximum accrual cap of 320 hours; hours in excess of 320 hours will automatically transfer into the employees EIB.
Extended Illness Bank (EIB) Allows for maximum accrual of 200 hours PTO hours in excess of 320 will transfer into EIB. Employees are eligible to use EIB hours after at least 3 consecutive scheduled working days of PTO (max 24 hours) which have been used for a personal illness and/or a qualifying event under FMLA or the WA Family Care Act.
Holidays 64 hours related to: New Year’s Day Memorial Day 4 th of July Labor Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day Holidays are based on an 8-hour day. Providers will receive a holiday pool of 64 hours as a 1.0 FTE at the beginning of each calendar year.
Diversity Days 3 Diversity Days Available after the first payroll cycle after start date.
403(b) Retirement Plan Lincoln Financial 150% CVCH match up to 3% of the employee’s contribution Immediately. Vesting schedule: 20% at 2 years, 50% at 3 years, 60% at 4 years, 100% at 5 years.
Spanish Immersion $2,000 Employer will reimburse Provider up to $2,000, for participating in Pop Wuj Spanish Immersion program in Guatemala, or La Hacienda Spanish School in Mexico, for a minimum 3-week period, prior to the Provider’s initial start date.
CE 40 hours/ $3,000 per year based on 1.0 FTE Available immediately.
Licenses/Dues DEA Certificate; Professional Recertification, WA State Medical License. Access to CVCH provided Epocrates and UpToDate, $750 towards membership dues, subscriptions or misc. certification
Employee Assistance Program Mutual of Omaha No cost short-term counseling for employee and family Immediately. Call 800-316-2796
Long-term Disability Mutual of Omaha Employee Only (variable)
Basic Term Life Mutual of Omaha Employee Only (1x annual salary, up to $200,000)
Group Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D ) Mutual of Omaha Employee Only (1x annual salary, up to $200,000)
Supplemental Term Life Mutual of Omaha Employee / Spouse / Dependent(s)
Voluntary AD&D Mutual of Omaha Employee / Family
Health Reimbursement Arrangement RedQuote Reimbursement for out of pocket expenses for services received at CVCH (medical, dental, and prescription) by employees and their dependents enrolled in our medical plan. Up to $750 per family per year.
Flex Plan: Medical RedQuote Flex Plan: Maximum $3,400 per year Direct Deposit available
Flex Plan: Dependent Care RedQuote Flex Plan: Maximum $7,500 per year Direct Deposit available
AFLAC Supplemental insurance – cafeteria plan
Wellness Stipend CVCH will reimburse staff up to $30 per month for a local gym membership OR CVCH will reimburse up to $150 per year for a subscription type workout program service (i.e.: Beachbody on Demand, Les Mills, etc.)
Wellness MyZone Rewards Employees can choose to participate in wellness rewards with the purchase of a MyZone device. Longevity program will reward you for hitting continuous milestones in the MyZone program and receive up to $1500. CVCH also engages employees with seasonal Wellness Challenges and raffles to enter with your earned tickets during the challenge.
Cell Phone Discounts Discounted monthly access fees Discounted select accessories and special equipment Available for personal cell phones, currently in place with AT&T & Verizon
Tuition Reimbursement For approved courses, the cost of tuition, books, and lab fees may be reimbursed at 75% of the actual costs up to a maximum of: · $4,000 for an Associate’s degree, vocational, technical, or certification program · $6,000 for a Bachelor’s degree · $8,000 for a Master’s degree