Pediatric Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Community Health Programs, Inc.; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Programs, Inc. is seeking a Pediatric Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality mental health care. In this full-time role, you will conduct psychiatric evaluations, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with healthcare providers. The position requires a Master’s degree, relevant certifications, and experience in child psychiatry. Join a supportive team dedicated to improving children's well-being in a medically underserved area.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience working full-time as a psychiatric NP in child psychiatry.
• Knowledge of computer-based data management programs.
• Valid DEA certificate and MCSR certificate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Consult with PCPs and collaborate in patient care.
• Maintain medical records and document treatment events.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited nursing program

ANCC board certified Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Valid MA APRN state license with independent prescriptive practice

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ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION


Community Health Programs is a network of health centers and caring professionals that provide outstanding primary and preventive care for patients of all ages. What's truly unique to CHP is our broad spectrum of support services that extend beyond medical and dental issues to strengthen families and improve children's well-being. The region is a federally designated rural community and a Medically Underserved Population Area.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION


Community Health Programs is a network of health centers and caring professionals that provide outstanding primary and preventive care for patients of all ages. What's truly unique to CHP is our broad spectrum of support services that extend beyond medical and dental issues to strengthen families and improve children's well-being. The region is a federally designated rural community and a Medically Underserved Population Area.

Community Health Programs embraces its role as a nonprofit health care provider and community partner. We are a leader in the communities we serve by providing high quality healthcare, dental services, wellness education and family support services. CHP outreach provides free health screenings, insurance enrollment assistance as well as information so people can learn how to take better care of themselves and their families.


Salary Range: $104,500 - $120,000 / year The Pediatric Psychiatric Provider will be consulted by the PCP to render an opinion and provide a brief consultation prior to returning care back to the PCP. The pediatric Psychiatric Provider will conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, develop treatment plans, prescribe medication, and evaluate results. Our expectation is that this position will see new patient evaluations, and follow ups, that meet budgeted productivity expectations. This role will support CHP’s mission, vision, and values and will adhere to compliance protocols as well as CHP’s policies and procedures.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform physical exams and patient observations using a biopsychosocial model.
• Makes recommendations for ongoing psychosocial or medical treatment plans and monitors and evaluates treatment results.
• Evaluates patients by interviewing patient, family, and other persons; conducting mental status examinations; observing behaviors; reviewing medical history and related documents; and sending a request to the PCP if laboratory tests are needed and evaluating results.
• Maintains interdisciplinary approach through consulting and collaborating with primary care physicians, mental health therapists, nurses, and other health care providers.
• Maintains medical records by documenting symptoms, medications, and treatment events and completed notes and billing same day as the visit.
• Detect changes in patients' health and modify treatment plans, as needed.
• Discusses progress towards goals with PCPs and patients.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Subject Matter Expert:
  • Is a subject matter expert and keeps knowledge current by attending required trainings and meetings.
  • Knowledge of and respect for HIPAA regulations.
  • Develops innovative approaches and ideas.
• Business Acumen:
  • • Understands business implications of decisions; Aligns work with strategic goals.
    • Sets and achieves challenging goals.
• Teamwork:
  • • Balances team and individual responsibilities.
    • Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
    • Gives and welcomes feedback.
    • Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills:
  • • Highest degree of professionalism and ethics:
      • Handles issues with tact and diplomacy.
      • Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
      • Upholds organizational values.
    • Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
    • Takes initiative, follows through, and manages different tasks with quick turn-around time.
    • Works well under pressure, and with minimal supervision.
• Organizational skills:
  • • Follows CHP policies and procedures.
    • Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.
    • Excellent time-management skills.
• Verbal and Written Communication Skills:
  • • Prepares and presents statistical and other reports oral or written as required.

Essential Skills and Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Master’s degree from an accredited nursing program.
• ANCC board certified Psychiatric Mental Health NP or Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist in Massachusetts
• Valid MA APRN state license with independent prescriptive practice.
• Valid DEA certificate and MCSR certificate.
• 2 years’ experience working full-time as a psychiatric NP in child psychiatry.
• Knowledge of computer-based data management programs and information systems, as well as medical records and point-of-interview technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of disease prevention a plus

Physical Requirements:

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FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Full-Time

POSITION Pediatric Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT Exempt

LOCATION MA, Pittsfield, CHP Berkshire Pediatrics

EOE STATEMENT

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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