Gateway Rehab Center (GRC) is seeking a dedicated full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team.
The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing mental health support in person at our residential sites and through telehealth services.
As a GRC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you will be responsible for conducting psychiatric evaluations and performing medication management.
Under the supervision of a psychiatrist, you will be responsible for managing residential patients with psychiatric needs while they are in drug and alcohol treatment.
You also may be responsible for managing outpatients with psychiatric needs during their drug and alcohol treatment.
Responsibilities Conducts comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for new and returning patients.
Assess, diagnose and treat psychiatric disorders including prescribing medications.
Develops and implements personalized treatment plans, including medication management.
Provides medication management in accordance with established protocols.
Orders and follow-up laboratory and other diagnostic testing as appropriate.
Reviews medical reports and results from laboratories, hospitals and other health care professionals.
Follow ups are scheduled during appointment by the Provider.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical record documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
Collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary health care team to coordinate care.
Works with digital coordinator to coordinate staffing levels.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong understanding of psychiatric nursing principles and practices.
Proficient in conducting psychiatric evaluations and developing comprehensive care plans.
Knowledge of psychotropic medications and their appropriate administration.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective telehealth interactions.
Ability to adapt to various telehealth platforms and technologies.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
Ability to maintain records in a timely fashion.
Ability to coordinate care with the team that may include therapists, nurses, CRS workers, administration, office staff when necessary.
RequirementsBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Current Pennsylvania Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner license* *Applicants who do not have current licensing in Pennsylvania will be required to provide proof of application Certification in psychiatric nursing is preferred.
Additional certifications in telehealth or related fields are a plus.
Additional Requirements PA Criminal Background Check.
PA Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprinting clearances.
Drug Screen TB test Work Conditions Must be willing to work in person and provide telehealth care at our residential sites.
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