What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position at Eagle Physical Therapy Rehab?
Job Description – Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
A Career that works for you.
Eagle Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation (EPTR) is a multi-disciplinary organization that provides therapy services such as PT, OT, SLP and Mental Health services to those we service. If you are looking for a position that offers support and flexibility, apply today. We have immediate openings for providers with a passion to help improve the lives of our patients.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
EPTR MHNP clinicians provide behavioral healthcare in a therapy setting. Our clinicians participate in diagnosing, planning and treatment of their patients through collaboration with the facility staff and the support through collaboration with other therapist and/or in conjunction with the field therapy team.
Essential Functions
- Provides clinical assessments; treatments; behavioral and medication management
- Works in collaboration with the behavioral health counselors as a member of the interdisciplinary team assigned to the facility
- As a resource to facility staff, provides consultation on nursing practice and psychopharmacology as appropriate.
- Participates in case reviews, consultations and utilization review
- Maintains accurate records on patients treated
- Maintains accurate daily records for billing purposes and submits in a timely manner as directed.
- Provides in-service education at the facilities as needed
- Participates in staff and facility meetings as needed
Qualifications
- Advanced practice nurse degree from an accredited university - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner required
- Holds a valid nurse practitioner license state practicing in accordance with the regulations of that state
- State controlled substance license
- DEA Certificate
- Must be able to meet the credentialing requirements of EPTR and the facilities assigned to. Must be able to become credentialed with Medicare and Medicaid and other payers as necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Geriatric and/or psychiatric experience preferred
- Child and adolescent experience a plus
- Demonstrated ability to work on a computer including but not limited to: using the Internet, Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to type on a keyboard, use a mouse and/or stylus to do electronic health documentation records
Status:
- Part-time
Work Remotely:
- Yes, temporarily due to COVID-19
- As well as in person
Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: In person
