Nurse Practitioner

Steps To Recovery; Delta Manor (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

EAP program

401K with match

Life & AD&D insurance

Parental leave

Dental & Vision plans

Job summary

STR Behavioral Health Bethlehem is seeking a PA/CRNP to ensure the health and safety of clients, perform psychiatric and medical assessments, and prescribe detoxification regimens as part of a comprehensive treatment team.

The role requires PA/CRNP certification in PA, at least 2 years in detox/residential settings, and strong communication skills to collaborate with clinicians and staff. This onsite position offers full clinical responsibilities and patient care continuity.

Qualifications

• Certified PA/CRNP licensed in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum of 2 years’ Detoxification and/or Residential setting experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure environment for clients.
• Prescribe detoxification medications with safety and efficacy.
• Prescribe and monitor medications; conduct routine checkups and medication checks.
• Complete psychiatric evaluations and physicals for admissions.
• Order labs and urine analyses as needed; coordinate referrals to specialists.

Skills

Work Standards

Communication

Collaborative Relationships

Team Success

Resourcefulness

Education

PA CRNP or Physician Assistant license

Job description

Work location: Onsite in Bethlehem, PASchedule: 32 hours per weekWho We AreSTR Behavioral Health – Lehigh Valley is a premier substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health disorder outpatient program with a new location coming to Lehigh Valley, PA. For both substance use disorder and mental health clients, we will offer separate programs for each population. Our programs will include partial hospitalization treatment, intensive outpatient treatment (day and night programs), and outpatient care, all with the support of a psychiatric provider, licensed clinicians, and experienced professionals. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options as well as psychiatric medication management will be offered at all levels of care. Our programs are trauma-informed, individualized, and accredited by the Human Rights Campaign as a leader in providing LGBTQ+ services. We take a comprehensive and collaborative approach to care in a comfortable and safe environment prioritizing integrity, connection, and authenticity.What We OfferCollaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellenceMultiple Career Development PathwaysCompany Supported Continuing Education & CertificationPPO & HDHP Health Plan OptionsFlexible Dental & Vision Plan Options100% Company Paid EAP Emotional Well-Being Support100% Company Paid Critical Illness (with health enrollment plan)100% Company Paid Life & ADD401K with Company MatchCompany-Sponsored HSA, FSA, & DSA Tax Savings AccountsGenerous Team Member Referral ProgramParental LeavePosition SummaryThis position is responsible for the health and safety of all clients. This position assesses and prescribes appropriate medications as well as assess medical and psychiatric issues/ concerns and makes appropriate referrals. This position consults with the treatment team on primary diagnosis and co-occurring issues.Relationships and ContactsWithin the organization: Establish and maintain productive working relationships with peers and accounting team members throughout STR Behavioral Health and affiliated facilities.Outside the organization: Establish and maintain productive working relationships with third party vendors, as necessary.Position ResponsibilitiesMaintaining a safe and secure environmentHelp Clients by providing information, services, and assistancePrescribe Detoxification medication regimens that are safe, appropriate, and effective for clients with substance use disorderRoutine checkups and Medication checks for clients in servicesConducting follow up and evaluation of client physical and psychiatric conditions.Prescribe medications as necessary and check on the efficacy of medication regimenDocument clinical, medical, and psychiatric treatments and recommendationsPre-screen and approve potential clients by reviewing psych and medical records for admissionOrder Lab work and UAs as neededComplete Psychiatric Evaluations for every admitting clientComplete physical for every admitting clientMake referrals to specialist as neededOrder and administer Vivitrol as neededConsult with the treatment teamComplete progress notes as neededSupport Nursing staff.Minimum RequirementsEducation and ExperienceCertified in the state of Pennsylvania as a CRNP or Physician’s Assistant. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Detoxification and/or Residential Setting, preferably in substance abuse or mental health. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A willingness to work with a clinical team to make recommendations and implement strategies that will benefit clients. Willingness to take calls during afterhours days and times.Additional RequirementsPosition requires incumbent to have a valid driver’s licenseClearance of TB test, and any other mandatory state/federal requirements.Current CPR and First Aid certification.Skill CompetenciesWork Standards - Sets high standards of performance for self; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.Communicating Effectively - Conveys information and ideas in a professional, clear, and timely manner; providing information to ensure understanding; soliciting input from the others during the communication. Provides input to the organization when requested.Building Collaborative Relationships - Generates alliances internally and externally by continuously identifying and acting on those things that will create success for our organization and the clients.Contributing to Team Success - Actively participates as a committed member of a team and works with other team members to help complete goals and deliverables.Practicing Resourcefulness – Contributes to small business environment by taking ownership of one’s position in the team and resolves productivity and efficiency problems by being seeking solutions.STR Behavioral Health Bethlehem provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment. STR behavioral health Bethlehem reserves the rights to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the organization desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “At-Will.”ISJP123