Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
Are you ready to make a positive impact and empower patient wellness for those dealing with addiction and mental health challenges in a collaborative outpatient setting? If so, join our team as we are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our close-knit team at Detroit Recovery Project. Who We Are: Detroit Recovery Project, Inc. (DRP) is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) that provides outpatient recovery support services for those with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We treat the whole person through our integrated programs of primary medical and behavioral healthcare. Our program philosophy is rooted in developing a healthy recovery ecosystem for those seeking long-term recovery. Through strong therapeutic relationships with our clients, helping them to understand the underlying social and emotional issues that drive their substance use, the recovery ecosystem focuses on five key areas: Health & Wellness Spirituality Employment Education/Training Family & Recovery Support What we’re looking for: DRP is currently seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner. The Nurse Practitioner, working under general supervision in an outpatient setting, plays a crucial role in patient care, encompassing diagnosis, treatments, and consultations. Their responsibilities include educating patients on preventive care, administering prescribed treatments, conducting physicals, ordering tests, and serving as the primary healthcare provider within a collaborative treatment team. Compensation Range: This position is supported through grant funding. As a result, compensation is determined by the grant budget and may fall within a designated pay rate or range set by that funding source. The starting pay range for this position is $95,000-100,000 per year and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. This is a salaried-exempt role that is ineligible for overtime compensation. The Ideal candidate will: Perform physical examinations and determine the need for x-rays and laboratory tests for new and existing patients. Interpret examination findings and test results, implementing and adjusting treatment plans accordingly. Gather patient data through interviews, preparing and reviewing comprehensive case histories. Deliver holistic healthcare to entire family units, covering preventive medicine, behavioral sciences, and community health. Collaborate with healthcare practitioners for outpatient and inpatient care, participating in on-site clinical procedures. Assist in medical care treatments directed by specialists, determines the need for consultations. Instruct healthcare providers and non-medical personnel on various health topics, including first-aid measures, basic and advanced cardiac life support, and healthcare maintenance.
Requirements
- Nurse Practitioner degree from an accredited nursing school
- Active state license and DEA license in good standing
- At least five (5) years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner (Physical Health and/or Psych experience preferred)
- Proficiency with EMR systems
- A valid and unrestricted State of Michigan Driver’s License and insurance
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Nice To Haves
- Two (2) years of public mental health experience preferred
- Experience working with Medicaid recipients and uninsured individuals preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform physical examinations and determine the need for x-rays and laboratory tests for new and existing patients.
- Interpret examination findings and test results, implementing and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Gather patient data through interviews, preparing and reviewing comprehensive case histories.
- Deliver holistic healthcare to entire family units, covering preventive medicine, behavioral sciences, and community health.
- Collaborate with healthcare practitioners for outpatient and inpatient care, participating in on-site clinical procedures.
- Assist in medical care treatments directed by specialists, determines the need for consultations.
- Instruct healthcare providers and non-medical personnel on various health topics, including first-aid measures, basic and advanced cardiac life support, and healthcare maintenance.
Benefits
- A collaborative environment with Clinical Site Leaders and regular peer review
- Flexible scheduling-Excellent work/life balance (full-time and part-time schedules available)
- Full comprehensive benefits available to full-time employees:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k with Company match
- EAP
- Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF & HRSA)
- Pet Insurance
- HRSA Student Loan Forgiveness is specific to positions approved by the HRSA Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
