The Health and Human Services Department in Lincoln County is looking to add a Psychiatric Nurse to their team.
The person in this role will provide health care to clients with mental and emotional needs and disorders in Primary Care and Behavioral Health settings. Provide services for a wide range of psychiatric, co-occurring and/or intellectual/developmental disorders, including initial evaluation and diagnosis, participation in and development of treatment plans, management of psychotropic medications, referral to services as necessary, patient education, counseling and ongoing follow-up. This position works closely with a wide variety of professionals in diverse settings.
This position also works with a diverse population with a high level of complexity. Exercise considerable professional nursing judgment in the care of patients within established standards and limits of professional responsibility.
Behavioral Health Clinic on Lee Street in Newport
JOB FUNCTIONS |
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS are critical and fundamental responsibilities of the position of the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Within the specialty of the Nurse Practitioner (NP), they are responsible for managing health problems encountered by the client and is accountable for health outcomes. The NP will follow the six standards of practice: - Assessment – Collects comprehensive data related to the health of the individual served. Synthesis and analysis of data and application of nursing principles and therapeutic modalities.
- Diagnosis – Prescribing, dispensing, and administration of therapeutic devices and measures, including legend drugs and controlled substances as provided in Division 56 of the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, consistent with the definition of the psychiatric nurse practitioner’s scope of practice.
- Outcomes identification – Based on the diagnosis the NP will identify outcomes that are culturally relevant, health literate, based in evidence and promotes the maintenance of health. Document expected outcomes and measureable objectives.
- Planning – Develops a plan that is client-centered and reflects best practices by identifying strategies that are achievable.
- Implementation – The NP oversees the implementation of the plan through treatment, case management, referrals to community partners, collaboration with other health care providers and community resources, health promotion and education. Documents activities and status of care coordination.
- Evaluation – Applies on-going assessment and analysis of data, revises plan as needed, assures that interventions and activities are appropriate for ultimate health outcomes for the client. Documents changes to enhance effectiveness of interventions.
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides treatment of adult, adolescents and pediatric clients in Primary Care and Mental Health settings: - Performs psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis with a wide array of acute and/or chronic psychiatric disorders. Assures the care team is functioning efficiently.
- Utilizes knowledge of psychiatric disorders and their treatment, psychodynamic issues, normal growth and development, family dynamics and counseling skills to plan a comprehensive plan of treatment to suit the client’s needs.
- Prescribes and provides ongoing management of psychotropic medication for the treatment of psychiatric disorders. Documents services according to policy. Orders lab work and other diagnostic tests as indicated as part of the diagnostic evaluation or ongoing management of the client.
- Consults and coordinates with physicians, Health Center Medical Director, Deputy Director of Clinical Operations and Primary Care Program Manager as indicated.
- Provides clients and their families with information about psychiatric disorders, treatment strategies and options, as well as resources available in the community.
- Utilizes various psychotherapy strategies, as appropriate, to assist working through of past and present issues, challenge cognitive distortions and develop mastery of improved relationship and coping skills.
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Assists with planning, developing, and education of health providers about behavioral health issues and the impact of these issues on client care: - Provides leadership, guidance, and feedback to clinic staff.
- Participates in conferences and educational updates.
- Helps to ensure staff are knowledgeable about program activities and goals.
- Serves as a consultant, accepting referrals from other health care providers in matters outside their expertise.
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Other functions: - Participates in educational meetings as available and appropriate.
- Audits peer records upon request from Program Manager, Deputy Directors or Health Center Medical Director to evaluate level of care provided and whether documentation standards are met.
- Participates in or leads quality improvement activities to support high-performance quality care
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Coastal Healthcare Primary Care Clinic in Newport on Nye Street
Minimum Education Level
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.
Minimum Experience Level
None
Certification
Current Nurse Practitioner Certification as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in the State of Oregon at the time of appointment. Possession of a National Certificate for Medicare, or the ability to obtain one by the end of trial service (6 full months from date of appointment).
Driver’s License
Oregon Driver's License required within 30 days of hire.
Other Licenses
Possession of an unencumbered license as a nurse practitioner and registered nurse in the State of Oregon at time of appointment.
Desirable Qualifications: Two years or more of experience as a psychiatric nurse practitioner is preferred. Bilingual and/or bicultural competencies for the Latino population are preferred.
Health & Human Services | Lincoln County, ORFor more information, please reach out to
jobs@co.lincoln.or.us Apply now by clicking the link above!
Salary : $138,340 - $185,917
