Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Part Time/Temporary

Grafton•Berryville, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Part time/Temporary Six months assignment with potential to extend Care with Purpose — Make a Difference That Matters At Grafton, we’re guided by a shared purpose: helping individuals with complex needs live healthier, more fulfilling lives. As a Nurse Practitioner, your meaningful impact is felt every day through compassionate, evidence-based care that supports both the body and spirit. You’ll collaborate within a culture of teamwork and collaboration, surrounded by colleagues who value your expertise and dedication. And because we care for you so you can care for others, we ensure you have the tools, training, and encouragement to thrive in your calling. Join us — and see the impact of your expertise change lives every day! Be part of a team that leads with Heart & GRIT, the Grafton Way! Schedule: Two days a week preferred, approximately 12-16 hours per week. Job Summary The Nurse Practitioner provides general medical care and treatment to Grafton’s client population (children, and adolescents) under supervising authority of a physician. Assesses the physical/emotional needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and psychiatric conditions. Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment. Supports provision of a therapeutic milieu by working in collaboration with academic and residential administrators. Provides direct services as defined in the scope of practice that pertains to his/her license. Spends 80% of work hours providing direct billable services, such as physical examinations, same-day sick client visits, etc. Reports to Executive Director administratively. Practices under supervising physician.

Requirements

Requires a Master’s degree in nursing
Minimum 3 years' of experience in the field
Must hold a valid Virginia license as issued by the Boards of Nursing and Medicine
Must be independently licensed for autonomous practice

Responsibilities

Conducts admission file reviews for the organization
Provides admission and/or annual physicals
Provides same-day visits for sick clients
Identifies need for, initiates, and coordinates referrals for specialty consultations; Coordinates follow-up with external medical specialists
Medication Evaluation and Review – Assess clients to determine if pharmacotherapy is warranted. Prescribe appropriate medication for client condition, conduct periodic medication review to monitor medication effectiveness and possible side effects, adjust medication regime according to client needs
Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory studies, x-rays, electrocardiograms, and other special examinations/testing to identify and assess client’s clinical problems and health care needs
Discuss clients with supervising physician, as scheduled
Attend multi-disciplinary team meetings as needed to consult with the treatment team about the course of treatment.
Participates with regional team in providing leadership on treatment issues
Documents client files, records physical findings, and formulates plan of care based on client’s condition
Signs verbal orders within 24 hours of giving the order; communicates any concerns about the procedure with the assigned treatment team
Counsels and advises clients and families about physical, developmental, and psychosocial aspects of health through individual and group contacts to promote optimal health
Contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies methods designed to increase each person’s motivation to assume responsibility for his/her own healthcare.
Model a positive/professional leadership attitude when dealing with others in a day-to-day work situation
Participates as an active member of the Medical Committee
Performs other duties as assigned.