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Nurse Practitioner - NURSE006363

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Our vast array of services - educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health - are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve - those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions. 

Job Description: It is the responsibility of the Nurse Practitioner to conduct clinical evaluations, medication management services, clinical consultation/supervision, and clinical client reviews. This position will specifically work in our Upper Darby Mental Health Outpatient program with a maximum of six patients. The Nurse Practitioner will be the medical professional for this program.

Schedule Details: Part-Time, Schedule Flexible

Location: Upper Darby, PA

Program: Mental Health Outpatient

Pay Rate: $90 /hour

Job Functions: * Possess and apply knowledge of the principles and methods of psychiatry and other behavioral health disciplines, including psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and the relationship between diagnostic findings and pharmacotherapy * Conduct medication management sessions and prescribe medications according to best practices, including minimizing unnecessary medications or prescriptive patterns that could result in dependency * Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation of evaluation and medication management services * Follow agency policies and procedures to carry out the care and treatment of clients * Implement clinical service delivery goals consistent with overall agency goals and policy/procedures * Report to direct supervisor, and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner * Complete all required training as per Professional Development Plan * Submit to Human Resources promptly copies of all required documentation regarding degrees, licenses, certifications, clearances, and formal training * Maintain professional licensure and, when applicable, specialized certification in the designated state(s) * Possess and apply knowledge of all laws, regulations, contractual requirements, and agency policies and procedures governing the services performed * Provide direct clinical service delivery as defined by the program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards * Possess and apply knowledge of the standards and ethical principles of the best practice of behavioral healthcare relevant to the programs * Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, agency personnel, and the general public * Maintain professional relationships with payers and community support service representatives * Assist with the development of expansion of services or with the development of new services * Submit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentation * Possess and apply knowledge of the principles and methods of clinical supervision * Provide direct clinical supervision to relevant direct care staff as needed * Provide clinical consultation for programs as needs dictate * Review assessment of client functioning level, strengths, needs, and progress relative to treatment plan requirements * Interpret and evaluate varied psychiatric data, prepare reports or findings, and develop and implement recommendations * Possess and apply knowledge of mental illnesses and disability, their symptoms, treatment, and social implications * Participate in training * Conduct clinical chart reviews * Perform other duties, as assigned

Minimum Requirements: Education/Experience: * Master's degree in nursing, preferably in psychiatric nursing * One year of post-degree experience, with prescriptive authority * Licensed as a CRNP (or equivalent) in the state(s) in which services are to be provided * Full DEA certification f r prescribing Schedule II, III, IV, and V medications * Formal collaboration agreement with a supervision psychiatrist approved by the state

Certifications: Full DEA Prescriber Certification, PMHNP-BC pereferred

Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, Criminal and fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Valid driver's license; Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list

Note: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and Experience

What's in it for you? Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week): * Competitive Pay * Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement options * Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation) * Life Insurance * Disability Insurance * Paid Time Off * 403(b) with Employer Match * Employee Recognition Programs * Employee Referral Bonus opportunities * Discounts through "Tickets at Work" * Discounts on Verizon mobile service * And More!

Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity