Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ACT Youth (25107)
Northern Rivers Family of Services · Queensbury, NY · 2 wk ago
HealthcarePart-time
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive psychiatric services to youth and families enrolled in Youth ACT program
- Consultation to staff on diagnostic and treatment questions
- Participate in formal and informal training and education to staff
- Prescribe medications, monitor, and review of drug regimen for enrolled individuals
- Participate in quality assurance activities, consult with the Youth ACT Team in developing and reviewing service plans for all enrolled individuals
- Provide clinical expertise, consultation, and technical assistance to the Youth ACT Team
- Collaborate with county and community partners
- Participate in any quality audit and utilization review
- Provide on-site/community based/home visits, medication evaluations, and reviews for ACT enrolled participants
Requirements
- Must have a minimum of one year experience working with youth and adults diagnosed with mental illness
- Must be fully licensed Nurse Practitioner in the State of New York
- CPR Certification
- You have, or are willing to get National Provider Identification (NPI)
- Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) number
- NYS Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (NYS DOH BNE) registration
- NYS Medicaid Enrollment
Qualifications
- Must have a Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) with a specialty in Psychiatric Mental Health
- Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of New York
- Must have current CPR certification
- Must have a valid DEA number
- Must have NYS Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (NYS DOH BNE) registration
- Must be eligible for NYS Medicaid Enrollment
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills
- Experience with psychiatric medications and treatment planning