Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ACT Adult (25106)

Job DetailsJob Location: Queensbury-Bay-PCFC - Queensbury, NY 12804Position Type: Part Time-BenefitedSalary Range: $84.62 - $96.15 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Category: NursePsychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Assertive Community Treatment, Adult

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Our adult Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. This position is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric services to adults who are enrolled in our Adult ACT program. This position is part-time, 20 hours per week position.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive psychiatric services to adults enrolled in Adult ACT program
Provide 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 Adult ACT Team in developing and reviewing service plans for all enrolled individuals
Provide clinical expertise, consultation, and technical assistance to the Adult ACT Team, collaborate with county and community partners, and participate in any quality audit and utilization review
Provide on-site/community based/home visits, medication evaluations, and reviews for ACT enrolled participants.

Schedule/Shift

Part-time 20 hours per week (Monday - Friday, weekends, evenings)
This can be worked 5 days a week with 4 hour shifts (12-4pm,1-5pm, 2-6pm, 3-7,pm) or 2 full full days with 1 half day

Education and/or Experience

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

Must be able to work independently

You Have, or are willing to get

National Provider Identification (NPI) - issued by the federal Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). All electronic prescriptions in NYS require an NPI. Claims processing functions also require the NPI of nurse practitioners and physicians.
Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) number – issued by the United States Department of Justice Department DEA to nurse practitioners and physicians to prescribe controlled substances. DEA registration must be renewed every three years for those issued a prescriber registration.
NYS Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (NYS DOH BNE) registration – issued by the NYS DOH BNE to nurse practitioners and physicians to prescribe controlled substances. NYS DOH BNE registration must be renewed every two years for those issued a prescriber registration.
NYS Medicaid Enrollment - in cases in which a Prescriber is prescribing to a NYS Medicaid enrolled client. Revalidation must occur at least every five years.

Benefits

Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off

Holiday Pay

401 (K) plan

Life Insurance

Loan repayment assistance
Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.
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