Part - Time Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)

integratedliving Australia Ltd; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 98,000; Part time

Job summary

Integral Care is seeking a Part-Time Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) to provide medical services in a community mental health setting under physician supervision, with regular attendance and flexible scheduling. The APN will assess patients, document psychopathology, initiate treatment decisions, and coordinate with therapists and leadership to ensure quality care.

Education: Master’s in Nursing; License: Texas APN-Psychiatric Mental Health or Physician Assistant; CPR; valid Texas driving license.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing required.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse-Psychiatric Mental Health or a Physician Assistant in Texas.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and document psychopathology under physician supervision.
• Decide treatment steps (medication, labs, referrals) and coordinate with therapists and leadership to ensure quality care.

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Part - Time Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)

Job Number: 26-10529

Job Summary: Under the supervision of a licensed physician, serves as a provider in a community mental health setting providing medical services within scope of license, training, credentialing, and current standards of care and per quality criteria of the employer. Determines and documents evidence of psychopathology, if present, and makes a diagnostic formulation. Assesses client's needs and options to satisfy the requirements of the case. Discusses with the client their findings and recommendations. Decides whether initiation of treatment is urgent: medication, labs, other diagnostic tests, hospitalization, social setting, detox program; verifies that written consent for medication of client has been secured, documents therapist's plan and/or completes other referral/medical forms as appropriate. With the consent of the client, carries out treatment plan, documents in prescribed manner the interactions during sessions and progress of therapy. Discusses their opinions and/or findings with therapists and makes recommendations when indicated. Works harmoniously with Unit Manager(s), Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer to define and deliver quality clinical medical care for all clients with the units.
Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule.

Integral Care employees are to strive to maintain a trauma-sensitive workplace, to embrace trauma-sensitive and informed practices, and to foster a supportive and welcoming environment of care.

Education:

• Master's degree in Nursing required.

License:

Required:

• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse-Psychiatric Mental Health or a Physician Assistant in Texas
• CPR certification.
• Current and valid Driver's License and a clean driving record.

Experience:

Preferred:

• Experience working in community mental health.

Hours:

Part-Time.

Workhours:

10 hours a week.

Workdays:

Flexible.

Salary:

$66,713.63 - $98,459.48, annually based on years of licensure.

Why join us:

Integral Care has proudly served Travis County residents for the past 50 years. As the largest provider of behavioral health services in Travis County, we are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder, and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

By joining our team, you will find rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us, and together we can help improve the quality of life for the people we serve. Imagine your career at Integral Care!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sex, or age.

For specific positions, additional compensation may be offered to candidates who are bilingual in English and another language deemed necessary for the role.

This position requires the employee to reside in the state of Texas.