NYC Health Hospitals
Nurse Practitioner-CATCH
NYC Health Hospitals, New York, New York, us, 10261
Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is one of New York City's premier acute care hospitals. Located in Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the implementation of state-of-the art medical technology and best practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and patient-centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women's Health in addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services. At Lincoln, the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one priority.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Visit us at www.nyc.gov/html/hhc/lincoln.
Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will be a member of the interdisciplinary team, whose purpose is to evaluate, treat, and plan for the aftercare of patients.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Adult OPD
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Patient CareProvide direct care to patient assigned to the CATCH team, including appropriate and timely care and documentation.Complete admission assessment or consultation, with a focus on comprehensive risk assessment for all new intakes, and re-assessment of patients in a timely fashion consistent with policy.Conduct appropriate outreach and relevant documentation as per policy.Complete treatment plan documentation consistent with policy and appropriate to patients risk level.Prescribes medications indicated for the treatment of Medication Assisted Therapies for Substance Use Disorders including buprenorphine and naltrexone.Participate and conduct inter-disciplinary team meetings as per the standard of work and policy.Ensure appropriate use of de-escalation, and participate and provide leadership in outpatient behavioral codesParticipate in medical codes in the clinic until the Code Team arrivesWork with all teams to help patient move through appropriate level of careAppropriate risk stratification and re-assessment of risk levelConsideration of referrals to community resources like AOT, ACT etc.Participate in discharge planning and including referrals to alternative levels of care.Collaborate and coordinate with primary care and other medical specialistsParticipates and conduct tier reviews as per policy
Utilization ManagementParticipate in utilization review and management.Maintain focus on key strategic priorities including patient experience, access to care, increased market share, and improving financial stability
Minimum Qualifications1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED); and2. Current certificate as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the NYSED; and3. Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or forward your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:
Lincoln Medical & Mental Health CenterHuman Resources Department234 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Blvd, (East 149th Street),2nd Floor, AnnexBronx, NY 10451Attn: Recruitment Unit
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per weekRetirement Savings and Pension PlansLoan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employeesPaid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contractsCollege tuition discounts and professional development opportunitiesMultiple employee discounts programs
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Visit us at www.nyc.gov/html/hhc/lincoln.
Job Description
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will be a member of the interdisciplinary team, whose purpose is to evaluate, treat, and plan for the aftercare of patients.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Adult OPD
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Patient CareProvide direct care to patient assigned to the CATCH team, including appropriate and timely care and documentation.Complete admission assessment or consultation, with a focus on comprehensive risk assessment for all new intakes, and re-assessment of patients in a timely fashion consistent with policy.Conduct appropriate outreach and relevant documentation as per policy.Complete treatment plan documentation consistent with policy and appropriate to patients risk level.Prescribes medications indicated for the treatment of Medication Assisted Therapies for Substance Use Disorders including buprenorphine and naltrexone.Participate and conduct inter-disciplinary team meetings as per the standard of work and policy.Ensure appropriate use of de-escalation, and participate and provide leadership in outpatient behavioral codesParticipate in medical codes in the clinic until the Code Team arrivesWork with all teams to help patient move through appropriate level of careAppropriate risk stratification and re-assessment of risk levelConsideration of referrals to community resources like AOT, ACT etc.Participate in discharge planning and including referrals to alternative levels of care.Collaborate and coordinate with primary care and other medical specialistsParticipates and conduct tier reviews as per policy
Utilization ManagementParticipate in utilization review and management.Maintain focus on key strategic priorities including patient experience, access to care, increased market share, and improving financial stability
Minimum Qualifications1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED); and2. Current certificate as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the NYSED; and3. Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or forward your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to:
Lincoln Medical & Mental Health CenterHuman Resources Department234 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Blvd, (East 149th Street),2nd Floor, AnnexBronx, NY 10451Attn: Recruitment Unit
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per weekRetirement Savings and Pension PlansLoan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employeesPaid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contractsCollege tuition discounts and professional development opportunitiesMultiple employee discounts programs