26-11729 Nurse Practitioner - Crisis Stabilization Unit

Ceicmh; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

CMHA-CEI seeks a qualified Advanced Practice Nurse to work primarily in the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) within the Crisis Care Center in Lansing. You will collaborate with psychiatrists and staff, provide direct patient care, and may deliver psychoeducation to individuals or groups.

Applicants must hold a Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing, Michigan RN licensure, and PMHNP-BC certification. Duties include using nursing processes for assessment and treatment, while upholding CMHA-CEI policies.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing practice.
• State of Michigan RN license required.
• PMHNP-BC certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care within the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU).
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and coordination.
• May provide individual and group psychoeducation.
• Operate under nursing processes to diagnose and treat consumers.

Skills

Nursing processes

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient care in crisis settings

Documentation

Communication with staff

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice

Tools

PMHNP-BC Certification

MI RN License

Job description

Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Associate Medical Director for the CSU, performs a variety of duties involving patient care in the Crisis Care Center (CCC), primarily the CSU. Participates in interdisciplinary planning, care, and treatment of consumers served by the program. Functions as a liaison between program staff and psychiatrist, facilitating coordination of such services. May provide individual and/or group psychoeducation. Using nursing processes may diagnose and provide treatment to consumers for specific diagnoses. Responsible for carrying out all activities of the CSU in such a manner that fulfills CMHA-CEI's mission, policies and procedures.

Requirements:

Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree required. Possession of a State of Michigan license as a Registered Nurse required. Possession of a State of Michigan Licensure as a Registered Nurse required. Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner by the State of Michigan Board of Nursing in accordance with the Michigan Public Health Code PA368 of 1978. Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). Must be insurable through the professional liability and malpractice insurance provided by CMHA-CEI. A minimum of one-year clinical experience with persons with mental illness. Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license and reliable transportation for job related use required.

Conditional Employment Requirements:

Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a background verification and credentialing procedure consisting of: Michigan State Police clearance check, verification of a professional license, Medicaid/Medicare verification, verification of an acceptable driving record, educational background check, and verification of an acceptable work history. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen.

Salary/Hours:

Starting hourly rate of$55.19-$61.63 per hour. 40 hours per week.

Location:

Crisis Care Center (CCC), primarily the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), Lansing, Michigan.

CMHA-CEI's promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons. CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.