Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner Four Winds Behavioral Health

• 3.3 Rio Rancho, NM Job Details Part-time $55
• $60 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Doctor of Medicine Direct patient care Medicine Electronic health records (EHR) management Interpersonal skills Phone communication Certified Nurse Practitioner Patient assessment Laboratory tests Maintaining patient confidentiality Local agency collaboration HIPAA English Research Mid-level Drug therapy monitoring Preventive health (patient care) Team management Substance abuse Evidence-based interventions in treatment planning Epidemiology Doctor of Osteopathy Healthcare team management Working with individuals with mental health conditions Prescribing medications Patient interaction Healthcare diagnosis Acute care Patient charting Patient treatment Working with individuals with substance use disorders Managing patient records Care coordination Referral coordination Crisis management Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination Communication skills Health education and counseling Patient observation Community resource coordination Client interaction via phone calls

Full Job Description Medical Nurse Practitioner Qualifications:

• Medical Doctor (MD)
• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
• Nurse Practitioner
• Current Active Nurse Practitioner License
• Previous clinical experience in nursing or related medical fields required
• Experience in substance use treatment
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and equipment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with patients
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment Medical license must be in good standing with the state of New Mexico
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have legal right to work in the United States
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English
• Must be willing to participate in pre-employment screening and drug screen
• Must be available to work Mon-Fri onsite 12-5pm up to 20hrs a week.

Core Competencies:

1.

Needs of Person Served :

Understands Substance Use Disorders. Recognizes the complex context of substance abuse. Understands co-occurring Mental Health disorders and impact on treatment. Practices with a cultural competence approach to individuals. 2. Clinical Skills Needed for

Position:

Knowledge of general medical conditions, able to discuss courses and prognosis. Ability to utilize health care delivery systems, including patient and family counseling. Utilizes evidence-based practice. Has a working knowledge of the application of ethical principles in delivering medical care. 3.

Person-centered Plan Development :

Practices the application of Person-Centered planning in an individualized manner with consideration to each patient as an individual receiving treatment. Has a working knowledge of general medical conditions, including considerations relating to age, gender, race, and ethnicity, based on the literature and standards of practice. This knowledge shall include a. The epidemiology of the disorder b. The etiology of the disorder, including medical, genetic, and sociocultural factors c. The phenomenology of the disorder d. An understanding of the impact of physical illness on the patient's functioning e. The experience, meaning, and explanation of the illness for the patient and family, including the influence of cultural factors and culture-bound syndromes f. Effective treatment strategies g. Course and prognosis 4.

Interviewing Skills:

Patient interviewing and evaluation to obtain Personal and Family Medical History, Current symptoms, Identifying personal mental, emotional and physical risk factors. 5.

Evidence Based Practices:

Knowledge and clinical application of EBP to assess, develop, and monitor the treatment of individuals within their care. 6.

Clinical Risk Factors:

Ability to comprehensively assess and document a patient's potential for self-harm or harm to others. This shall include a.) An assessment of risk b.) Knowledge of involuntary treatment standards and procedures c.) Ability to intervene effectively to minimize risk d.) Ability to implement prevention methods against self-harm and harm to others taking whatever steps possible to mitigate risk of self-harm and harm to others in a trauma-informed approach.

Position Duties:

1. Provide direst patient care to individuals with acute and chronic medical conditions 2. Conduct medical assessments and establish appropriate diagnosis 3. Provide medical care to clients receiving treatment. This care will include primary medical and preventative care 4. Provide medication management, assisting in the oversight, titration, and cessation of medications. 5. Order lab tests and interpret the test results 6. Respond to patients' medical problems by referring to their history, carrying out diagnosis, treatment, counseling, and referral, where necessary. 7. Provides oversight to the Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician and Registered Nurse as needed 8. Prescribe medications as necessary and monitor their effectiveness for titration and cessation as necessary. 9. Coordinate with healthcare professionals when hospitalization is required 10. Research medical issues and new medical treatments to update your knowledge on health care as needed 11. Participates in Multi-Disciplinary Team approach utilizing and reviewing all Evidence Based Practice models applied and prescribed

Organizational Functions:

1. Carry out other responsibilities as delegated. 2. DEPENDABILITY-Strong observation skills to accurately evaluate patients' demeanor and identify symptoms, provides clinical integrity to staff and program. Ability to remain calm, empathetic and patient while interacting with patients who suffer from severe mental disorders/addiction 3.

ATTENDANCE AND

PUNCTUALITY-Is prompt and on time for work, assignments and meetings. Notifies supervisor prior to lateness or absence. Understands that excess absences pose a hardship on other employees. 4.

JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• An in-depth knowledge of evidenced based practices and current medical treatment methods.

Experience working with Co-Occurring Substance Abuse and Mental Health disorders. 5. Employee works cooperatively with other community resources and referral sources to coordinate services to clients. 6.

QUANTITY AND QUALITY OF WORK

• Cares about the quality and accuracy of work being produced.

Accepts responsibility for completing job tasks. Uses time productively and efficiently. Thoughtful and compassionate demeanor. Collect, record and maintain sensitive patient information such as examination results, medical history, and reports in accordance with HIPPA guidelines. 8.

ATTITUDE

• Demonstrates a cooperative, positive, and enthusiastic attitude toward fellow employees, clients and visitors.

Maintains a positive attitude in carrying out assignments and is helpful and courteous to fellow employees. 9. CONFIDENTIALITY-Know and follows confidentiality law and procedures at all times. 10.

COMMUNICATION

SKILLS-Is effective in written and oral expression. Demonstrates proper telephone etiquette and is able to communicate easily with clients, referral sources, and visitors in an appropriate manner. Relates to clients and co-workers in a respectful and professional manner. 11. CONDUCT

• Conducts oneself in a manner consistent with the agency's code of ethics and code of conduct.

Shows professionalism in the office setting. 12.

FLEXIBILITY / HANDLING EMERGENCIES

• Responds well to changing situations or routines.

Handles crisis situations calmly and professionally.

Pay:

$55.00

• $60.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person