Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Vivent Health • Kansas City, MO

25d • $125,000

About The Position

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Psych NP) is a vital member of our healthcare team that provides comprehensive psychiatric care to patients living with HIV.  The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner works independently as well as in collaboration with a variety of staff including Psychiatrists, medical providers and behavioral health therapists to diagnose and manage patients’ psychiatric and behavioral health care problems. In this role, you will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary health care team in addressing both the medical and social needs of our patients. This role requires strong clinical skills, empathy, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to a diverse patient population. Participation in the development, expansion, and maintenance of the Vivent Health Behavioral Health and Psychiatry program is expected.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Psychiatric care in an outpatient clinical setting preferred.
• Current state licensure (and any adjacent states as needed) and board certification as a Nurse Practitioner and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (e.g ANCC, AANP).
• Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain DEA licensure.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to providing integrated and patient-centered care with compassion and respect.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and other relevant technology.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in HIV/AIDS care, LGBT+ care and/or substance use treatment preferred, but not required.
• HIV experience in a not-for-profit environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychiatry services to people accessing the Vivent Health Center. Care includes, but is not limited to a comprehensive psychiatry history, exam, assessment and development of a treatment plan.  Order and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic studies as needed.
• Prescribe or recommend pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies including controlled substances as the law permits.
• Document treatment services provided or recommended in the Epic EHR.
• Assess patient needs for additional internal (e.g., case management) and external services.  Refer and assist patients to ensure access to additional supportive services.
• Follow clinic protocols and procedures in providing and documenting services.
• Continually update own knowledge of Psychiatry and HIV/AIDS through reading, conference attendance, lectures and other educational opportunities.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research projects, and continuing education activities to enhance clinical practice and patient outcomes.
• Adhere to all relevant legal and ethical standards.
• Perform any and all other duties assigned by the Psychiatry Program Director and/or Chief Medical Officer.
• Adhere to all agency policies, including but not limited to Confidentiality, Employee Handbook, Health Care Corporate Compliance Plan, Standards of Conduct, training, and other relevant policies.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including 12 paid holidays
• 401k with 100% employer match up to 5%
• 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Employer subsidized medical, dental, vision benefits
• Gender-affirming care benefits
• Employer paid short and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Certification and licensure assistance
• Equity Practices: Fair treatment, access, and opportunities for all employees, creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement, along with training programs and events that promote cultural competence, unconscious bias training, and awareness.
• Collaboration on an inter-disciplinary team: Within our integrated HIV care and prevention model, we employ a high level of collaboration across disciplines. That means that, in your role, you will have the opportunity to be exposed to whole person-care across medical, behavioral health, pharmaceutical, research, and more!
• Delivery of quality patient care: Our integrated HIV care and prevention model is proven to help patients achieve positive health outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level