Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Behavioral Health Inpatient

Location:

Behavioral Health Center Northeast

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

Yes

Job Summary:

In collaboration with the physician, provides care to new or established patients. Demonstrates autonomy through patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care. Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication and therapeutic regimen within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner. These roles, undertaken in cooperation with nursing, staff physicians and other department staff, may include triage, telephone communication and patient education.

Job Duties:

PA or PMHNP - Inpatient

Assesses and establishes a presumptive diagnosis and implements treatment plans for their patient population.

Makes accurate and com...