APRN Position Available In St. Lucie, Florida

APRN Agape Behavioral Health – 1.0

Fort Pierce, FL Job Details Estimated:

$114K – $136K a year 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications CPR Certification Medication administration APRN Mid-level Certified Family Nurse Practitioner Discharge planning 1 year PMHNP Communication skills Full Job Description The APRN is responsible for conducting History and Physicals on all clients in a timely manner, and oversees the medical management of the patient in conjunction with the Medical Director. The APRN is responsible for educating clients on medical conditions, reviewing lab work with clients, and ensure that the client’s needs are met both medically and psychiatrically. He/she is also a member of the Treatment Team and provides input into a client’s treatment. He/she functions under the guidance of their State Licensure in accordance of State and Federal regulations.

Specific Areas of Responsibility:

Facilitates team interaction for discharge planning. Collects and records data in a comprehensive accurate and systematic manner. Indicates and completes a history and physical within 72 hours of admission. Indicates and completes a psychiatric evaluation within 72 hours of admission. Responsible for prescribing and administering medications when applicable. Evaluates the impact of therapeutic interventions upon a therapeutic milieu. Knows and understands the company’s policies and procedures. Shares pertinent information with team as obtained from patients or other healthcare providers as appropriate. Collaborates with the medical staff to ensure appropriate care is being provided. Document on the appropriate form, in a legible, accurate, clear and concise manner Documents client progress/regress according to established policies and procedures. Reports communicable diseases in a timely fashion to the Public Health Department. Performs all activities in a safe, professional manner. Maintains compliance with established standards, according to profession. Supervises and instructs patients in medication self-administration (if applicable), including the preparation and giving of injections ordered by the doctor. Orders laboratory tests as necessary for quality of care. Ensures clients medications are obtained from the pharmacy. Provides health and medication education to clients. Continues with educational courses and in-service trainings, per policies and procedures. Updates knowledge of community resources on a continuous basis. Assess all clients and document accordingly. Maintains current CPR certification and other necessary certifications, including maintaining of license. Demonstrates objectivity and maturity under stress. Responds positively to changing situations in the workplace. Ability to work as a team player. Demonstrates good communication skills. Performs in a professional manner and role-model a positive image of mental health. Reviews cases with the Medical Director. Reports abuse of patient’s rights immediately. Participates in obtaining the patient’s informed consent for procedures, treatments as appropriate. Demonstrates knowledge of medication actions, side effects, and contraindications. Performs other tasks, as assigned necessary

Requirements:

Must have a valid APRN license in the state of Florida. A minimum of 1 years’ experience in a chemical dependency/psychiatric setting. Must have a valid

FNP/PMHNP

license in state of Florida Benefits (contingent on employment status): Paid Health Insurance Competitive PTO Policy 401K Agape prides itself on a culture of unconditional love in the workforce EEO