Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

San Juan Counseling; Blanding (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

San Juan Counseling in Blanding, Utah is seeking a qualified mental health professional to evaluate and manage client psychiatric care. Responsibilities include prescribing medications, ordering tests, and documenting client progress.

The ideal candidate will hold a master's degree in a related field, be licensed in Utah or actively working towards it, and provide at least 20 hours of direct service weekly. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a related field.
• Currently licensed in Utah or working towards licensure.
• Must pass a background check.
• Provide no less than 20 direct service hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate client's medical and psychiatric needs.
• Manage/prescribe client's medications.
• Order and evaluate basic tests for client safety.
• Document progress notes and evaluations.
• Communicate with staff and clients effectively.
• Plan and implement client care actions.
• Perform ongoing assessments and evaluations.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

Time management skills

Collaboration and independence

Education

Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field

Currently Licensed in the State of Utah (Ph.D., LCSW, LCMHC, MFT)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Evaluate client's medical and psychiatric needs associated with their treatment.
• Manage/prescribe client's medications, collaborating with our nursing staff on direct care needs related to medications.
• Order and evaluate basic tests i.e. blood draws, urine analysis, covid test, etc. to properly maintain safety and overall health of our clientele.
• Document progress notes, psychiatric evaluations, and history and physical notes in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with other staff, clients, and parents/guardians.
• Plan and implement actions according to clients' needs and formulate plan of care including discharge planning.
• Evaluate; perform ongoing assessments.
• Work as a member of the clinical team coordinating care of clients with psychotherapists and case managers.
• Comply with SJC's policies.
• Have a current CPR Certification.
• Maintain current Board Certification with the ANCC.
• Maintain required CME's and regulatory requirements to maintain active license.
• Maintain current Utah APRN License with prescribing authority with DOPL.
• This position is 1-2 days a week.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to communicate verbally as well as in writing, receptive to feedback
• Time management skills
• Works well with others and collaborates with team, yet can work independently

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field
• Currently Licensed in the State of Utah (Ph.D., LCSW, LCMHC, MFT) or actively working towards licensure
• Provide no less than 20 direct service hours per week, on average
• Must be able to pass a background check