Nurse Practitioner (CNP)

LIGHTHOUSE YOUTH SERVICES INC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 103,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

LIGHTHOUSE YOUTH SERVICES INC in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an experienced Certified Nurse Practitioner to provide psychiatric support and basic medical care to youth at the Admin McMillan location. The role includes patient assessments, prescribing medications within scope, and collaborating with the treatment team to develop care plans.

Active Ohio CNP licensure with medication prescription authority is required, with 2 years of related psychiatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio CNP licensure with certification to prescribe medications.
• 2 years of related experience, psychiatric experience.
• Experience with youth within a psychiatric clinic.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn and apply, trauma informed care principles.
• Bilingual and/or Sign Language proficiency

Responsibilities

• Oversee psychiatric support and basic medical care to clients.
• Assess patient status, order tests, diagnose illnesses.
• Prescribe medicines and monitor treatment courses.
• Collaborate with the treatment team in care plan development.
• Ensure HIPAA-compliant handling of medical records.
• Manage prior authorizations and arrange further medical attention when necessary.

Skills

Psychiatric care

Patient assessment

Medication management

Collaboration with treatment team

HIPAA compliance

Education

Nurse Practitioner license (CNP)

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Admin McMillan - Cincinnati, OH 45206Salary Range: $102,500.00 - $153,750.00 SalaryCERTIFIED NURSE PRACTITIONER

Essential Functions:

• Oversight of and provide psychiatric support and basic medical care to clients including assessing their emotional status and prescribing psychotropic medication within scope of practice and in collaboration with the Treatment Team.
• Obtains patient history, conducts patient assessments, orders tests and scans, and diagnoses illnesses.
• Prescribes medicines and outlines and monitors courses of treatment.
• Consults and partners with the treatment team in the development of care plans.
• Assists patients in the management of chronic conditions and promotes health and wellness.
• Monitors and ensures accuracy of patient medical records.
• Handles the most complex issues, possessing expert knowledge of subject matter.
• Ensures that all medical records are secured and handled in a manner consistent with HIPAA standards.
• Manages Prior Authorizations and arranges further medical attention when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Active Ohio CNP licensure with certification to prescribe medications

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 2 years of related experience, psychiatric experience
• Experience with youth within a psychiatric clinic
• 3. Knowledge of, or willingness to learn and apply, trauma informed care principles
• 4. Bilingual and/or Sign Language proficiency

Why Work with Lighthouse Youth & Family Services:

• Rewarding career - make a difference in the lives of youth!
• Top Workplace 2023 https://www.lys.org/lighthouse-youth-family-services-named-a-winner-in-enquirers-2023-top-workplaces-award/
• Work for a diverse, seasoned and well-respected agency with engaged leadership team
• Recovery Friendly Workplace
• Competitive pay based on licensure/education
• Employee Assistance Program
• Engaging Wellness Program
• Licensure renewal reimbursement; paid training and professional development opportunities.

Join a winning organization with a great culture and work environment, and have a rewarding career that impacts the lives of youth and families! Find all open positions at https://www.lys.org/lyfscareers/

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