Job DescriptionSun River Health is currently seeking a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team supporting the Inwood site in Bronx, NY.
Position SummaryA Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides psychiatric clinical services for patients. Performs job duties in compliance with systems and job specific standards.
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $159,724.50 - $172,614 per year
Sign-On Bonus: $3,500 Sign-On Bonus for Eligible External Applicants - Terms and Conditions Apply.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Consult with MD/Psychiatrist/LCSW on patients via eCW, telephone encounter, and/or with patient visits
- Consult with MD/Psychiatrist on medication management, via eCW, telephone encounter, and/or visit with patient as needed to address BH concerns
- Provide clinical care (medication management/psych evaluations) for patients to support efforts to achieve care plan goals, in support of ongoing care by MD/Psychiatrist/LCSW, with referral back to ongoing care with clinical team
- Participate in case conferencing and high-risk meetings with LCSW/MD/Psychiatrist and care teams
- Approval of treatment plans for patients in BH care at Sun River
- Participate in efforts to support Sun River's primary care and BH integration efforts
- Ensure appropriate transitions of care with external providers, PCP, hospitals, etc.
- Respond to Sun River clinical teams for crisis intervention
- Interviews, diagnoses and evaluates patients referred for psychiatric assessment
- Participates as a team member in conferences concerned with diagnosis and treatment planning
- Writes reports and documentation as required
- Consults with other mental health and medical provider staff regarding treatment of patients
- Prescribes psychotropic medication as needed and monitors its effectiveness
- Provides in-service training to professional and paraprofessional staff
- Reviews case records to monitor quality of care
- Must demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
- Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
- Must be able to identify and categorize each patient's age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients
- Must be familiar with the process of diagnosing and treating patients with substance use disorder and make appropriate referrals when necessary
Essential Job Qualifications- Minimum Education Requirement: Master's Degree
- Minimum Licensure: Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry and CPR/BLS
- Required Skills & Knowledge:
- Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that nurse practitioners are trained to do and are necessary for practicing in health care centers.
- Competence in delivery of health care to patients (including preventative health education)
- Ability to collaborate with other members of the Health Center in order to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.
- Bilingual in both English and Spanish (orally and written) is preferred
BenefitsAt Sun River Health, we are committed to building a personal relationship with our team and supporting you in every way we can. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family, including:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
- Life and Disability Coverage: Financial protection for you and your loved ones in case of unforeseen circumstances.
- Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.
- Commuter and Transit Benefits: Assistance with your daily commute to make your journey to work easier.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support and resources for personal and work-related issues.
- Employee Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on various products and services as a valued member of our team.
- Provider Incentive Compensation Program: Quality & Productivity.
- Professional License, Certification and DEA Fees Reimbursement.
ResponsibilitiesRelation to Mission
The mission of Sun River Health is to increase access to comprehensive primary and preventive health care and to improve the health status of our community, especially for the underserved and vulnerable.
Job Responsibilities
The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. Sun River Health may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
