Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Poplar)

PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides medical and psychiatric care of the clients in the transitional Housing Program(s).

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide triage and initial health and mental health assessment(s) of clients presenting with medical and psychiatric problems.
• Provide psychiatric care as needed, including psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.
• Provide crisis intervention and assessment as needed.
• Prescribe medications, reviews with clients’ side effects and monitors client’s response to prescribed medications.
• Consult psychiatrist in determining treatment plans as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and ensures follow up with emergency services and follow-up care.
• Advocate and liaise with medical providers in obtaining medical and psychiatric care in the community.
• Provide clinical supervision to the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Use motivational interviewing, recovery and trauma-informed approach when delivering services to clients.
• Collaborate with the social services team in assessing clients’ needs, developing a service plan and coordinating care for the client(s).
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, staff meetings, etc.
• Organize workshops for clients and staff on health topics as needed.
• Support staff in providing trauma informed services.
• Document delivery of services, clients progress, etc. in electronic case record in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required with at least one (1) year of experience in a related field and a minimum of two years supervisory experience preferred.
• NYS Registered Nurse.
• Experience with the mentally ill, homeless or related field desirable.
• Excellent analytical, evaluative, and human service management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication, and organizational skills.
• Must have incredible initiative, the ability to work well under pressure, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team to complete complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be adept and comfortable with crisis management.
• Advanced level of computer proficiency with proficiency in Word, Excel, and the ability to learn new technologies and databases.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (including Physical Demands)

• Travel required.
• May be required to work long hours and a varied schedule to meet job demands and deadlines.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.