Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The duties of a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN mid-level provider include, but are not limited to, commute to multiple post acute care facilities everyday, making rounds, communicating to patients , facility staff members, providing accurate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation, education and follow-up care to patients. Part time to full time.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

1. Examine patients and record history
2. Adhere to proper charting protocols
3. Discuss with Physician and other health care professionals to prepare comprehensive plan
4. Order or execute tests or images as needed
5. Submit health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review by Physician
6. Analyze results of tests, diagnose and report to patient
7. Administer or prescribe treatment and medications
8. Promote health by advising patient on diet, hygiene and prevention of disease
9. Inoculate and vaccinate as required
10. Refer to specialist as required for patient's well-being
11. Perform minor surgery
12. Report deaths and contagious diseases to governmental authorities
13. Other responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Must have and maintain current State of Florida license in good standing
2. Must be PMHNP
3. Current National Board Certification
4. Current DEA
5. Post Acute experience
6. 1 year Psychiatric experience preferred ( if not, will train)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills
2. Show initiative, creativity and problem-solving ability
3. Ability to collaborate with colleagues to provide quality healthcare

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1. Prior experience using an electronic medical records system
2. Bilingual a plus, but not required (English/Spanish)

RELATIONSHIP REPORTING

Reports to the Supervisory Psychiatric Physician / Executive Director

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to communicate effectively with patients
2. Ability to collaborate with colleagues as necessary to provide quality health care
3. Ability to use a computer, printer and scanner
4. Ability to sit, stand or view a computer screen for extended periods of time
5. Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions for extended periods of time
6. Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel
7. Ability to reach with hands and arms

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Spectrum Medical Partners to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the Spectrum Medical Partners location to which this application is submitted. In addition, Spectrum Medical Partners is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE- Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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