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APP Psychiatry Empath Nights/UKHC

University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598


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Job Title APP Psychiatry Empath Nights/UKHCRequisition Number RE47459Working Title APP Psychiatry Empath NightsDepartment Name MG345: PsychiatryWork Location Lexington, KYGrade Level 15Salary Range $95,056-185,848/yearType of Position StaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician AssistantsClick here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.Required License/Registration/CertificationAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification or enrollment in post master’s program within one year of hire or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)Physical RequirementsThe ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.ShiftNight shift.Job SummaryThe Psychiatry Empath night shift APP functioning within the acute care psychiatric hospital emergency room setting works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team and functions as an integral member of the psychiatry department medical management team.It is within the psychiatry emergency department where the APP manages the care aspects of the assigned patient’s stay from admission to discharge or transfer and may play a role in the admissions process at ESH. The APP has a strong foundation in evidenced-based practice and education and has a responsibility for ensuring an environment of safe quality care.The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesN/ADoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceN/ADeadline to Apply 10/03/2024Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific Questions

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Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Nurse Practitioner or eligible to obtain license within the next nine months, or are you currently certified as a Physician Assistant by the (NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or eligible to obtain certification within the next nine months? (In order to be eligible, applicant must have graduated from an accredited program or be scheduled to graduate within six months of the application.)

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For Nurse Practitioner applicants, do you have dual certification in PMHNP/FNP (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/Family Nurse Practitioner) or are eligible to obtain this certification by date of hire?

YesNoI'm applying as a Physician Assistant

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