Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Company: Sutter Health
Location: Ceres
Posted on: May 11, 2022
Job Description:
Position Overview:The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is a
professional nurse who possesses advanced knowledge and clinical
skills in an area of clinical specialization, coordinating
activities between the Behavioral Health Services (BHS), the
Medical Center and other Sutter Health Care Services. The position
functions under the SMC Nursing Standardized Procedures and through
the Department of Psychiatry. Job duties include, but are not
limited to: - --- Facilitating admissions between BHS and the
Medical Center --- Consultation to the Medical Staff regarding
psychiatric issues --- Ongoing staff education and support ---
Quality management as it relates to the position -Serving the
greater Stanislaus County with 423 acute care beds, provides a full
continuum of care, including:
- 24-hour emergency care
- inpatient and outpatient -surgery
- specialty services in obstetrics, pediatrics, nuclear medicine,
dialysis therapy, diagnostic imaging, intensive care, sleep
disorders and physical therapy
- a Level II Trauma CenterMemorial Medical Center is an
accredited Chest Pain Center and STEMI (heart attack) Receiving
Center. -MMC is part of , one of the thanks to its integrated
network of physician, employee and volunteer pioneers-more than
60,000 people strong. Rooted in Sutter Health's not-for-profit
mission, these team members partner to deliver exceptional care
that feels personal. From physician offices to hospitals to
outpatient care centers and home services, they proudly support and
learn from the more than 3 million people in their care-nearly 1
percent of the U.S. population, in one of the most diverse and
innovative regions in the world.
-Qualifications:Education/Certification/Licensure: -Required
- MA/MS in Nursing
- Valid DEA
- Registered Nurse, California State Licensure
- PMHNP RNDesired
- Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS or
FNPExperience/Knowledge/Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of ICD coding is required. -
- Demonstrated knowledge in the de-escalation of agitated, poorly
self-controlled individuals.
- Demonstrated knowledge in the prescribing of psychotropic
medication required
- Knowledge in the area of mental health counseling, to include
assessment, interpretation, management and evaluation of patient
care. -
- Program development, implementation and evaluation knowledge is
preferred.
- Must possess excellent organizational skills and have the
ability to be self-directed and act independently demonstrating
sound judgment and time management, as position covers multiple
sites. -
- Knowledge and experience in interviewing and performing
complete histories and physical and mental health exams. -
- Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
-
- Must be able to work with adaptability, flexibility and
maintain composure during pressure situations and adverse
conditions.
- Ability to write legibly and knowledge of approved
abbreviations. -
- Must have ability to work in a collaborative role with other
disciplines.
- EMROrganization:Memorial Medical Center, ModestoEmployee
Status: RegularBenefits: YesPosition Status: ExemptUnion: NoJob
Shift: DayShift Hours:8 Hour ShiftDays of the Week
Scheduled:Monday-FridayWeekend Requirements: OtherSchedule: Full
TimeHrs Per 2wk Pay Period:80Applications Accepted:All Applications
AcceptedSchedule/Shift: Full Time/ Day
Keywords: Sutter Health, Ceres , Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare , Ceres, California
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