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Catholic Charities of Central Washington

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Onsite

Catholic Charities of Central Washington, Wenatchee, Washington, us, 98807


Job Details

Job Location

Wenatchee - Wenatchee, WA

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$148,000.00 - $164,000.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage

None

Description

You can do the work you love, be your authentic self, and make an impact in the lives of thousands. We believe in a culture rooted in community, collaboration, and growth. As an agency we are inspired by our Mission of bringing hope to life, especially those most in need.

Mon to Fri : 8 am to 5 pm

Wage : $148,000 - $164,000

Discretionary Sign on Bonus $30,000 - $40,000 - Potential Relocation

Benefits

* Medical/Dental

* FSA

* 403(b) Retirement

* Additional Voluntary Benefits

* Paid Holidays

* Vacation/Sick Leave

* Education Assistance Program

* Employee Assistance Program

* Longevity awards

Position Summary:

This position will have responsibility for providing psychiatric services to identified adults seen at Catholic Charities who are enrolled for Mental Health services.

Responsibilities:

Perform psychiatric evaluations and medication management services to enrolled consumers.

Provides psychiatric services to enrolled individuals in intensive treatment, as well as outpatient services.

Evaluate consumers potentially in need of psychotropic medication

Prescribe, monitor and evaluate results of medication prescribed to consumers

Educate consumers on benefits and risks of all medications prescribed

Order and evaluate laboratory tests as indicated for appropriate medical and psychiatric care.

Provides psychiatric services to consumers admitted to Crisis Stabilization

Works in conjunction with crisis services in directing care needs of consumers receiving crisis stabilization services

Evaluate consumers potentially in need of psychotropic medication

Prescribe, monitor, and evaluate results of medication prescribed to consumers

Educate consumers on benefits and risks of all medications prescribed

Order and evaluate laboratory tests as indicated for appropriate medical and psychiatric care

Accurately document the services provided in the approved electronic health record

Provide consultation to facilitate care of persons served

Consult with Catholic Charities clinical staff as needed

Coordinate and/or consult with outside physicians for psychiatric or medical management of a client under Catholic Charities care

Ensure accuracy of psychiatric diagnoses and assessments conducted by Mental Health staff

Provide expertise and clinical leadership in the development of treatment and discharge planning for consumers served

Oversee quality and suitability of treatment and discharge planning for consumers

Provide education and training to clinical staff regarding diagnose, treatment planning, use and abuse of medications, health maintenance and related clinical issues

Demonstrate knowledge of and compliance with agency policies and procedures

Follow front office and departmental procedures established for effective program management.

Follow agency infection control policies and procedures.

Provide services and maintain records to meet BHO requirements, level of care standards, and agency guideline

Maintain productivity (direct client contact) at 70 % to department standard

Meet regularly with provider specific staff regarding systemic issues impacting patient care

Participate in team building and coordination to improve program operations and quality of service delivery

Document all clinical activities in conjunction with agency guidelines and procedures

Complete and submit progress notes and provider specific in a timely fashion using the agencys EHR.

Maintain the security of CareLogic or other EHR system(s)

Ensure medication consents are documented and current

Provide legal documentation as required

Understand and comply with all relevant regulatory and safety standards and requirements.

Complete training and licensing requirements in accordance with professional standards of the discipline

Submit licenses and insurance information within 10 days of renewal

Completes paperwork or online applications to assist with credentialing for third party payers.

Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of this position. Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of the physical requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements

Physical Requirements:

This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting or performing other work requiring low physical exertion, talking and hearing on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 80% of the time. Position also requires ability to drive with adequate vision.

Non-Physical Requirements:

Education

ARNP, MD, or DO required with Psychiatric Board Certification

Experience

Minimum 1year experience with direct patient care in psychiatric services

Special Skills

Electronic Medical Records use documentation skills (EMR)

Good interpersonal skills

Possess good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to provide service in a culturally competent manner

Ability to work independently and as a team member

Ability to represent the agency in a professional manner within the communit y

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required

Licensure, Registration, Certification

Current licensure without any restrictions in the State of Washington

Valid Washington State drivers license and required agency minimum liability insurance

Must be deemed insurable as determined by Catholic Charities' liability insurance provider

Active DEA license to prescribe

Employment is conditional upon:

Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required