Chenango County Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Reports to: Director of Substance use Disorder Integrated Services
 

Position Goals and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct clinical services to patients, including psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, psychotherapy, and, when appropriate, medication management, in compliance with regulations set forth by the New York State Department of Health, the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), and the Office of Mental Health (OMH). Clinical responsibilities typically involve evaluating and diagnosing mental health and/or substance use disorders. Additional areas of care may include supporting individuals coping with grief, anger, adjustment challenges, and other behavioral health concerns.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations through patient history, physical exams, and diagnostic testing. Develops and manages individualized treatment plans, including medication and psychotherapy as needed. Provides care in individual or group settings and coordinates referrals or transfers to appropriate levels of care.
• Carries out prescribed treatments, administer injections, instructs clients and their families on proper use, dosages and possible side effects of medications taken, and observes the client's physical and emotional status.
• Participates as member of a multi-disciplinary team in the development of collaborative plans of care that address client needs.
• Provides health education and monitors client well-being in coordination with staff, providers, and agencies to support continuity of care.
• Uses the Electronic Medical Record system to prepare and complete all required clinical documentation and treatment authorizations for billing purposes in a timely manner.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, infection control, and clinic policies.
• Provides crisis intervention services as needed.
• Depending on organizational needs, this position may assume additional responsibilities, including supervisory duties or oversight of specific functions.

Note: Pre-Employment Screenings:

1. In accordance with Sections 16.33, 19.20, 19.20-a and 31.35 of New York State Mental Hygiene Law candidates who are actively being considered for employment will be required to consent to all pre-employment screening requirements established by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs, in conjunction with the applicable State Oversight Agency, to determine suitability for employment. This will include, but may not be limited to, a check of the Staff Exclusion List and fingerprinting to conduct a criminal background check.
2. In accordance with Section 424-a of the New York State Social Services Law candidates who are actively being considered for employment will be required to complete release form(s) and required documentation that will be submitted to the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment to determine whether or not they have been the subject of an indicated report of child abuse or maltreatment.

Benefits:

• This position offers a competitive salary and benefits available to full-time REACH employees.

REACH is dedicated to health equity. We are committed to hiring and developing well-qualified staff who reflect the racial, ethnic, social, and cultural diversity of the people we wish to serve. People of color, individuals with LGBTQ identities, rural community residents and / or people with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a current license and registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; AND
• Possession of a current board certificate to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry issued by the New York State Education Department; AND
• One year of full-time paid post-licensure clinical nursing experience or its part-time equivalent.
• Experience with and demonstrated strong commitment to Drug User Health, Harm Reduction, and interdisciplinary, collaborative team-based care settings, and trauma informed care.
• Exceptional communication skills for work with patients and in collaboration with colleagues.

Special Requirement:

1. At time of appointment and continuing throughout employment a candidate/incumbent must possess a valid New York State Driver's License, a reliable vehicle, and a driving record acceptable to the County's insurance carrier.
2. Candidates must maintain active New York State licensure and registration as a Registered Professional Nurse, along with board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry, throughout the duration of employment.
3. At time of appointment and continuing throughout employment, candidates/incumbents must not be named on the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Office of Inspector General, List of Exclusions and/or the New York State Office of the Medicaid Inspector General Medicaid Terminations or Exclusions List.