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Job description
Position: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner – Location: Chicago, IL – Department: Behavioral Health – Reports To: Chief Medical Officer
POSITION SUMMARY
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner position will play a key role in the fast‑growing Behavioral Health Department of our multi‑discipline primary care community health center. This position will be part of our evolving health services as we move to an integrated care model. In addition to providing direct care to patients, this role will help support the primary care providers and care managers in treating patients with behavioral health problems. The right candidate will thrive in a fast‑paced environment where the first concern is providing outstanding patient care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform initial and ongoing clinical evaluations
Responsible for medication management and treatment planning
Perform crisis intervention by telephone for patients during non‑office hours as assigned
Consult and advise the clinical staff and Clinical Director
Manage care coordination with all other appropriate care providers
Enter data directly into the Center's electronic medical records system
Work with children/adolescents and adults
Perform and/or assist in the administration of routine diagnostic/laboratory studies, clinical and therapeutic procedures
Develop presumptive nursing diagnoses and implement treatment plans based on advanced nursing assessment/problem identification consistent with established practice guidelines
Document assessments of patients' health and illness status
Evaluate patient responses to treatment plans and redirect patient care based on findings
Assess patient clinical/health education needs and instruct/counsel patients in one‑on‑one and small group settings regarding health matters
Refer patients to clinical/health education classes, as appropriate for more in‑depth services
Provide telephone care to assigned patients, as necessary
Obtain assigned patient vital signs and provide documentation
Provide onsite patient care and outreach for our School Based Health Clinic and/or Mobile Health Unit
Act as a resource person to other staff members
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Master's Degree: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
3+ years of clinical experience with demonstrable experience in diagnosis
Team player
Excellent interpersonal skills
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of an accredited Master's Degree program for Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
Experience based on current needs of the practice
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES
CPR Certification
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, comprehend and communicate detailed instructions. Ability to prepare correspondence and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to patients, physicians and other employees of the organization.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
COMPETENCIES
Analytical – Designs workflows and procedures
Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; works well in group problem‑solving situations
Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance
Interpersonal Skills – Maintains confidentiality
Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; responds well to questions; participates in meetings
Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written information
Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives
Quality Management – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
WORKING CONDITIONS
Clinical Setting
OSHA – Highly likely to produce blood or body fluid exposure
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
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