What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Umatilla position at The Recovery Village Umatilla?
The Recovery Village Umatilla is a trusted, physician-led behavioral healthcare company dedicated to providing expert care for addiction and mental health conditions. We work with healthcare providers, organizations, and individuals to connect those in need to life-saving addiction treatment and mental health support.
About the Company
- Our mission is to provide evidence-based, expert care that repairs lives, families, and communities.
- We strive to deliver the highest quality of care using therapeutic models that really work.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Family Nurse Practitioner to join our team at The Recovery Village Umatilla. As a key member of our medical staff, you will provide expert care to patients struggling with addiction and mental health conditions.
About the Job
- Provide medical services and mental health support to patients admitted to our facilities and throughout their treatment journey.
- Work effectively with our leadership team to ensure the success of our facility by completing various tasks and responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide excellent medical care with the ARS philosophy outlined by the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director.
- Screen for co-occurring Primary Mental Health issues and use evidence-based assessment tools such as the Columbia Suicide Screening Rating Scale (CSSRS) and the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9).
- Analyze and interpret data to determine treatment recommendations and priorities.
- Develop strategies based on individualized approaches that reflect current presentation, medical judgment, and risks and benefits associated with strategies.
- Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, state regulation, Joint Commission standards, and complete electronic health records in a timely manner.
Requirements:
- Masters degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited program with Family Nurse Practitioner or higher and a Psychiatric Nurse practice degree.
- Experience in Addiction Medicine/Primary Behavioral Health preferred.
- Familiarity with JCAHO and other indicated healthcare standards is preferred.
- Licensed Nurse with Master's Degree or higher to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Psych NP) in the appropriate state, as applicable, required.
- Must have a DEA to prescribe controlled medications and have had training on Buprenorphine Prescribing as outlined by the DEA in the state(s) working.
