Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)

Icon Fitness; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health and vision coverage

HRA

Disability insurance

401(k) match

YMCA membership

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Continuing education reimbursement

Licensure study materials/reimbursemen

Job summary

Summit Pointe seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to collaborate with medical staff in the outpatient medication management clinic and CCBHC. You will conduct face-to-face medication reviews for clients receiving ongoing mental health treatment and assist physicians with prescribing and monitoring medications.

The role requires Michigan licensure as an NP or PA, CPR certification, and experience in medical or behavioral healthcare.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Michigan with NP or PA certification.
• CPR certification required.
• Two years of experience in a medical or behavioral health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nursing evaluations and medication assessments per guidelines.
• Administer, monitor, and review medications as ordered by physician.
• Assist physicians with medication reviews and prescribing processes.
• Call in prescriptions to designated pharmacies as directed.
• Maintain comprehensive electronic medical records and health histories.
• Participate in quality assurance and patient safety initiatives.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

Licensed Registered Nurse in Michigan

NP or PA certification

Tools

Word

Excel

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Job Summary/Objective:The Advanced Practice Provider collaborates with the medical staff to deliver comprehensive medication assessments and treatments to individuals accessing services through the outpatient medication management clinic and the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). This role involves conducting face-to-face medication reviews with customers receiving ongoing mental health treatment through Summit Pointe’s service continuums.Essential Duties and Functions:Conducts nursing evaluations and assessments according to service authorizations, within specified agency guidelines, and at designated locations.Evaluation, administration, and monitoring of medications as ordered by the physician.Assists the physician with medication reviews.May assist with calling in prescriptions to designated pharmacies written by Summit Pointe physicians.Assists physicians in the completion of initial psychiatric evaluations – with the physician conducting the psychiatric portion of the evaluation and prescribing medications accordingly.Assists the physicians by completing abnormal involuntary movement scales and other assessments, providing side effect education and completion of medication consents.Reviewing and signing off on health history screens. Issues of concern shall be brought to the physician’s attention.Assists the pharmacist in maintaining and monitoring medication samples contained in the medication room.Utilizes software used by the organization for monitoring of medication usage and trends as well as the electronic medical record.Participates in programs of quality assurance or utilization review including, but not limited to, ensuring compliance with National Patient Safety Standards as outlined by the organization’s accreditation resource.Maintains comprehensive medical records with all documentation completed within organization guidelines. Maintains record compliance within agency requirements and standards utilizing electronic/hard copy record formats.Shall ensure compliance and participation with competency improvement activities including, but not limited to credentialing, continuing medical education (per licensure), and professional improvement practices.Exercise sound, competent independent professional judgement regarding care and treatment of customers.Participates in corporate quality improvement and problem-solving activities.Maintains confidentiality and privacy within MDHHS, state and federal guidelines.Utilizes knowledge of CARF, CMS, MDHHS and Managed Care standards.Performs other duties as required.Qualifications:Licensure within the State of Michigan as a Licensed Registered Nurse with Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant; and must obtain and maintain Controlled Substance Registration (DEA).Must obtain and maintain CPR certification.Good organizational, verbal/written communication, computer, analytical and problem-solving skills.Self-directed and resourceful.Two years of experience within a medical setting, behavioral healthcare setting preferred.Experience working with children preferred.Specialized training, skills, and abilities: Lived experiences with behavioral health issues are desired.One year of computer experience – Word, Excel, and electronic medical record preferred.BenefitsPremium health and vision within 30 days of hireCompany sponsored Health Reimbursement AccountCompany paid short and long-term disabilityEmployee assistance program401(K) match up to 5% after one year of serviceSocial security alternative contributionsFree YMCA membershipGenerous paid time off14 paid holidaysContinuing education reimbursementLicensure study materials and exam reimbursemenTrauma Informed System of Care:A trauma-informed approach to service delivery emphasizes physical and emotional safety, choice, empowerment, and trustworthiness for customers. The impact of trauma is broad and touches many life domains. Participation is mandatory for activities required for Summit Pointe to become a “Trauma Informed System of Care.”PCN NEW