Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Part Time)

Felton Institute • San Mateo, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Felton Institute’s Early Psychosis Division is hiring a part-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for its (re)MIND Program in San Mateo. The program provides coordinated specialty care for early detection and treatment of schizophrenia spectrum disorders, with additional services for individuals diagnosed with bipolar or mood disorders with psychosis and people at clinical high risk of developing psychosis.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for psychiatric evaluations, medication assessment and monitoring, and other direct mental health services, including crisis intervention, supportive counseling, and case management. The position directs treatment planning and works as part of a multidisciplinary team. Services may be provided at the program site or at other field locations, and local travel between agency sites is expected. The position reports to the Clinical Program Manager, with the job description also stating that the role reports directly to the Medical Director or their designee.

This is an onsite, part-time, non-exempt, union-represented position. The pay rate is $53–$57 per hour, depending on experience. Eligible employees may receive fully paid medical and dental plans, a health reimbursement card, paid personal, vacation, and sick time, and a 403(b) with company match. Benefits are subject to election and eligibility.

Requirements

• Verifiable completion of training in an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Training and experience in psychopharmacology.
• Current Nurse Practitioner license from the State of California.
• Current furnishing number.
• Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to meet timely clinical documentation standards for Medi-Cal and Medicare billing.
• Knowledge of county behavioral health departments, community resources, and electronic health record systems.
• Knowledge of county, state, and federal documentation and reporting requirements, including Medi-Cal/Medicare standards and CPT codes.
• Ability to meet deadlines and comply with agency documentation requirements and productivity standards.
• Commitment to the welfare of individuals and families with mental and behavioral health issues.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
• Experience in diverse, multicultural, and multidisciplinary professional settings serving individuals from diverse communities and backgrounds.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently under broad supervision.
• Ability to work as a team player with a welcoming attitude.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of nursing experience; community mental health experience is a plus.
• Experience working with participants diagnosed with psychotic disorders.
• Personal or family experience overcoming mental health challenges.
• Bilingual/bicultural and fluent in Spanish or threshold Asian languages.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, medication assessments, and medication monitoring.
• Order diagnostic tests and ensure follow-up with appropriate medical specialties as needed.
• Monitor vital signs and order baseline and periodic laboratory tests.
• Monitor, document, and address medication side effects, including extrapyramidal symptoms and tardive dyskinesia when prescribing antipsychotics.
• Administer long-acting injectables.
• Coordinate care with the (re)MIND treatment team, county behavioral health departments, and community partners.
• Coordinate with participants’ primary medical providers and/or counsel participants and families on medical issues.
• Maintain a participant caseload as designated by the Medical Director and/or Clinical Program Manager.
• Maintain clinical records in accordance with mandated quality assurance standards.
• Meet deadlines and comply with agency documentation requirements and productivity standards.
• Attend scheduled clinical, supervision, and administrative meetings.
• Consult with and provide ongoing education to non-medical staff on psychopharmacology and medical aspects of patient care.
• Participate in training delivery and/or program presentations.
• Attend and participate in assigned professional, program, and agency development trainings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Fully paid medical and dental plans, subject to election and eligibility.
• Health reimbursement card, subject to election and eligibility.
• Paid time off, including personal, vacation, and sick time, subject to election and eligibility.
• 403(b) with company match, subject to election and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed