Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Jackson Heights, NY
STATEMENT OF THE JOB
Under an affiliation of a physician, the Nurse Practitioner provides services within the scope of his/her license/certification and according to the professional standards of his/her discipline. The Nurse Practitioner will meet CCNS' requirements for qualitative and quantitative contacts with clients. Including medical evaluations, conducting groups related to wellness and self -management, provides psychoeducation to improve participants understanding and management of specific disorders.
• Review the appropriateness of the existing medication regimen through review of the medication record and consultation with the client and staff to prescribe and/or administer medication, including injectable and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT Services); monitors the effects of the medication on the clients' mental and physical health, including measuring weight, height and blood pressure for clients ages 5 and older for clients who participate in treatment within the agency's substance abuse programs and mental health clinics. Document prescriptions, interventions, weight, height, and blood pressure upon every visit.
• Follow-up on referrals made on behalf of the participant and respond to all referrals in a timely and professional manner, recognizing the need for effective collaboration to insure the highest levels of service provision.
• Participate in the development of new service initiatives, including research, analysis, and preparation of written reports.
• Participate in all CCNS CQI and QA projects.
• Track and maintain paperwork for special programs, such as City funded children's immunization and flu shots.
• Provide and/or oversee supervision of staff and graduate students.
• Works collaboratively with the Psychiatrist and treatment team. Functions as a vital part of an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Always maintain confidentiality.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Master's Degree in Nursing or equivalent
• New York State Nurse Practitioner License and Current Registration
• 1 year experience as Nurse Practitioner required
• Current CPR (BLS), First Aid
• DEA registration
• ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center) Certification
• Apply for and maintain valid NPI number
• Must receive (Medication Administration Training) & become MAT certified within first 3 months of employment
• Possess the skills to appropriately assess/de-escalate/intervene in crisis
• Ability to work flexible hours, according to the needs of program operation.
• Bilingual Spanish/English; Russian/English; Creole/English; Chinese/English; Korean/English speaking preferred.
BENEFITS
We offer competitive salary and excellent benefits including:
• Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)
• Medical,
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement Savings with Agency Match
• Transit * Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Training Series and other additional voluntary benefits.
For more information on our organization, please visit our website at: www.ccbq.org
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