Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Per Diem (NURSE PRACT PD)

To provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families on an ongoing basis. This includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and specialty protocols (e.g., chemotherapy) as defined by standardized procedures or independently based on licensure. This may include non-invasive or invasive procedures, surgical procedures, including operative first assist per approved standardized procedures. Patient management decisions are independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other member of the team. NPs are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents, and other ancillary staff. Provides patient care in a team-based care environment to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience, and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills and accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Responsibilities

• 90% - Clinical Practice: Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population, including management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and specialty protocols (e.g., chemotherapy). Performs non-invasive or invasive procedures and surgical first assist as defined by standardized procedures.
• 10% - Other Professional Activity: Acts as an expert resource for healthcare providers, participates in patient and staff education, demonstrates leadership, and ensures accountability for practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Requirements

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License
• California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• National NP board certification in aligned specialty with the practice area
• National board certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
• Graduation with a master’s degree, DNP, or PhD in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
• One year or greater experience as an Adult Psychiatric and/or Forensic Nurse Practitioner
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
• Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing as a billable provider

Department Overview

Adult Correctional Mental Health (ACMH) is a satellite contract program of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. The program provides mental health services to incarcerated individuals inside the two Sacramento County jails located in downtown Sacramento and in Elk Grove, as well as Jail Based Competency Treatment (JBCT) and Early Access and Stabilization Services (EASS) to inmates found Incompetent to stand trial.

Pay

$122.27 per hour

Schedule

• 20% time (approximately 8 hours per week)
• Variable days, variable hours, including weekends
• 100% on-site at Sacramento County Main Jail and/or Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center

Benefits

• High-quality and low-cost medical plans for you and your family
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long-term disability, pet insurance, and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans

Physical Demands

• Standing: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Walking: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Sitting: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Bending/Stooping: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Squatting/Kneeling: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Twisting: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Reaching overhead: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Loud noise levels: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Microwave/Radiation: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Extreme Temperatures: Occasional (up to 3 hours)
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations: Occasional (up to 3 hours)

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Complex problem solving/reasoning: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Ability to organize & prioritize: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Communication skills: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Numerical skills: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Constant Interaction: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Customer/Patient Contact: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks: Frequent (3 to 6 hours)