Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Talbert House•Mount Orab, OH

10d

About The Position

Manages and coordinates all aspects of patient care in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations and the nursing standards based on the scope of a licensed independent practitioner.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Basic computer skills;basic mathematical skills
Adhere to acceptable professional/clinical boundaries and confidentiality
Ability to work cooperatively with multidisciplinary teams
Strong medical aptitude
Proficient in medical instruments and equipment
Familiarity with the EHR medical charting system
Ability to multi-task
Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently
High attention to detail and thoroughness
Able to work proactively independently and as a team
High levelof compassion
Master’s Degree in Nursing
Prescriptive authorization
Minimum 5-years’ nursing experience
Active Nurse Practitioner license in Ohio
Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance

Responsibilities

Manages a client’s overall care; diagnoses health problems; prescribing medications and treatments within the scope and formulary set forth by collaborating physician; treat chronic and acute conditions including injuries, infections, diabetes and high blood pressure; detect changes in patient condition and recommend further treatment options or future appointments if needed; provide after-care / ongoing care information and resources to patients
Perform initial patient screenings, patient history and physical examinations;facilitate new patient consultation; perform invasive procedures; ensures patient records are accurate at each patient appointment; administer medications; operate medical equipment
Order, conduct, analyze and interpret diagnostic test such as x-rays, EKG’s, and lab work
Deliver quality, physician-level care while complying with agency policies, safety regulations, and productivity metrics
Ensure patient records are in compliance and up to date with accurate and current test results, immunizations, condition changes
Collaborate and consult with other healthcare professionals and multidisciplinary team members as needed;provide referrals to other practitioners when necessary
Serve as a consultant and resource for patients need for ongoing care information; provide counseling and guidance for any patients with critical care conditions; facilities staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools; acts as patients’ advocate for families, individuals, groups and communities; educate patients about preventive care and prescribed treatments
Facilitates the patient’s transition within and between health care settings (admitting,transferring and discharging patients)
Provide oversight, delegation and direction to RN,LPN, and MA; ensure use of established procedures, policies,guidelines and standards under the disciplines scope of practice
Other duties as assigned