About this role
JOB DETAILS: Location: Greensboro Exempt: Yes (Salaried) FTE: 1 (40 hours/week) Schedule: M-Th: 1p-11p Call: No
EXPERIENCE: Open to new graduates
To learn more about this position or if you have any questions, please contact:
R.T. Then Cone Health Physician Recruitment Consultant [email protected] ______________________________________________________________
The Advanced Practice Provider Psychiatry Care provides specialized care to patients with mental health conditions in collaboration with a psychiatrist(s). The APP assesses patients, interprets diagnostic test/results, and develops and implements treatment plans to address the patient's unique needs in collaboration with other healthcare professionals. This role requires a high level of clinical expertise and the ability to work with patients who may have complex mental health needs. Psychiatry Care includes both Inpatient and Outpatient APPs working in Psychiatry/Behavioral Health Medicine. Located at Behavioral Health Unit Crisis Center (BHUC) a 24/7 facility providing timely access to mental health services for children, adolescents and adults presenting in a mental health crisis.
Essential Job Function:
• Performs physical assessments of the patient, reviews their medical history, and interprets diagnostic tests/results in order to provide effective treatment for the patient. • Conducts preventive health screenings based on the patient's age, history, and unique needs to provide proactive health care. • Educates patients and their family about psychiatric medical conditions, treatment, and follow-up. • Maintains record of all patient care in order to ensure accurate patient history. • Performs psychiatric medical procedures in accordance with departmental guidelines and clinical roles. • Identifies ways to improve psychiatric patient care by assessing, problem-solving, and evaluating clinical and system issues. • Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
• Required: Master's Degree Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification.
Experience:
• Preferred: 1-3 years as advanced practice provider.
Licensure/Certification/Listing:
• Required: Valid NC RN and NP license or PA-C license.