Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Company: Sutter Health
Location: Escalon
Posted on: May 15, 2022
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Job Description:
Position Overview:
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is a professional nurse who
possesses advanced knowledge and clinical skills in an area of
clinical specialization, coordinating activities between the
Behavioral Health Services (BHS), the Medical Center and other
Sutter Health Care Services. The position functions under the SMC
Nursing Standardized Procedures and through the Department of
Psychiatry. Job duties include, but are not limited to:
Facilitating admissions between BHS and the Medical Center
Consultation to the Medical Staff regarding psychiatric issues
Ongoing staff education and support Quality management as it
relates to the position Serving the greater Stanislaus County with
423 acute care beds, provides a full continuum of care,
including:
Qualifications:
Education/Certification/Licensure:
Required
Desired
Experience/Knowledge/Skills:
Demonstrated knowledge of ICD coding is required.
Demonstrated knowledge in the de-escalation of agitated, poorly
self-controlled individuals.
Demonstrated knowledge in the prescribing of psychotropic
medication required
Knowledge in the area of mental health counseling, to include
assessment, interpretation, management and evaluation of patient
care.
Program development, implementation and evaluation knowledge is
preferred.
Must possess excellent organizational skills and have the ability
to be self-directed and act independently demonstrating sound
judgment and time management, as position covers multiple
sites.
Knowledge and experience in interviewing and performing complete
histories and physical and mental health exams.
Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication
skills.
Must be able to work with adaptability, flexibility and maintain
composure during pressure situations and adverse
conditions.
Ability to write legibly and knowledge of approved
abbreviations.
Must have ability to work in a collaborative role with other
disciplines.
EMR
Organization:Memorial Medical Center, Modesto
Employee Status: Regular
Benefits: Yes
Position Status: Exempt
Union: No
Job Shift: Day
Shift Hours:8 Hour Shift
Days of the Week Scheduled:Monday-Friday
Weekend Requirements: Other
Schedule: Full Time
Hrs Per 2wk Pay Period:80
Applications Accepted:All Applications Accepted
Schedule/Shift: Full Time/ Day
Keywords: Sutter Health, Modesto , Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare , Escalon, California
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