Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Crisis (63259)

Aurora, CO; Aurora (CO); In loco; USD 131.000 - 167.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance: Kaiser

Dental, vision, and flexible spending

Company paid basic life and AD&D

Long-term disability

403(b) retirement plan with 4% match

Vacation and Sick Pay 12 days each

Floating holiday

10 designated holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary term life insurance

Descrizione del lavoro

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join the Crisis Stabilization Unit in Aurora, CO. This in-person role focuses on assessments, medication evaluations, and medication management for patients in crisis, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will work a rotating schedule of four 10-hour shifts, with daytime hours and after-hours coverage supported by a team of providers.

Competenze

• Master's degree in Nursing with Prescriptive Authority.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry.
• Active Colorado NP license in good standing.
• Board certification as an advanced practice nurse.
• DEA registration and BLS certification preferred/required within 30 days.

Mansioni

• Provide direct psychiatric services, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Ensure appropriate clinical supervision for clinicians in assigned services.
• Evaluate and triage patients with varying acuity; coordinate with multidisciplinary staff.
• Maintain after-hours contact availability by telephone for emergencies.
• Review utilization and coordinate ongoing medical/psychiatric care.
• Attend team meetings and consult on complex cases.
• Document patient care accurately and timely; support credentialing and payroll processes.
• Monitor and coordinate care with the care team.

Conoscenze

Prescriptive authority

Psychiatric assessment

Medication management

Crisis care experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation skill

Formazione

MSN - Master of Science in Nursing

Descrizione del lavoro

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Crisis (63259)# Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Crisis (63259)Potomac Pavilion: 1290 S. Potomac St, Aurora, CO 80012 - Aurora, CO 80012## OverviewSalary Range$130,500.00 - $167,040.00 SalaryPosition Type1 FTE (40hrs/wk, benefited)Job ShiftFully In-Person/On-SiteEducation LevelMSN - Master of Science in Nursing## DescriptionJoin Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) as a full-time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals experiencing mental health and substance use crises. We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative provider who is passionate about delivering exceptional psychiatric care, values lifelong learning, believes in resilience, and honors the dignity and worth of every person. In this primarily daytime, in-person role, you will provide psychiatric assessments, medication evaluations, medication management, and substance use treatment services within our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), while partnering closely with a multidisciplinary team of nurses, therapists, case managers, and fellow prescribers to deliver comprehensive, recovery-focused care. Supported by a team of psychiatric providers who ensure after-hours coverage, you will have the opportunity to focus on high-quality clinical care in a collaborative environment. When CSU census allows, you will also support our Psychiatric Access Clinic, helping individuals quickly access critical psychiatric services when they need them most. Whether you are experienced in crisis care or eager to expand your expertise, this is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside dedicated professionals, develop specialized skills, and help individuals find stability, hope, and a path toward recovery.**Salary for this role.**Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Fewer than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE. Salary is also based on years of licensure and company equity.* Annually, $130,500.00 - $167,040.00**Schedule:** This is a fully in-person/on-site position working a rotating schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week (4x10), 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The schedule includes a combination of weekday and weekend shifts to ensure continuous clinical coverage. This will be arranged equitably with the other 2 full time providers and PRN staff by the medical director. Candidates must be flexible and available to work scheduled shifts as assigned.**Essential Functions:*** Provide direct psychiatric services through the comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning and treatment of patients assigned, on a regular basis. As within the State outlined scope of practice.* Assure clinicians in assigned services receive appropriate clinical supervision, as necessary.* Work with multidisciplinary staff to evaluate and triage according to level of acuity, as needed.* Maintain availability by telephone for face-to-face evaluation of emergency patients, as appropriate.* Provide utilization review of all patients in continuing care to ensure appropriate medical/psychiatric services are received, as needed.* Attend team and other meetings, as necessary.* Provide consultation with staff on patient care and difficult cases, as needed.* Understand and comply with organizational goals around quality, compliance, standards, and policies.* Complete required education and training in a timely manner.* Accurately and completely document patient care. Provide information to credentialing, payroll, etc. in a timely manner* Monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the client's care team.## Qualifications**Requirements:*** Master's degree in Nursing with Prescriptive Authority.* Minimum 2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner **in Psychiatry**. 1 year PMHNP residency/fellowship will also be considered in lieu of 2 years experience* **Colorado Nurse Practitioner Licensure Requirement:**Per Colorado BHA regulations, you must hold an active Colorado NP license in good standing before providing any client services. Out-of-state multi-state or compact licenses are not sufficient.* Certified as an advanced practitioner of nursing by the Colorado State Board of Nursing.* Valid and Current DEA.* Preferred: Completion of the Crisis Professional Curriculum (OwnPath) prior to hire date, required completion within 30 days of hire date.* Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain one within 30 days of hire.* Current knowledge of pharmacology.* Ability to administer medications and injections.* Knowledge of diagnoses and theoretical issues related to clinical treatment.* Effective communication and interpersonal skills.* Basic computer skills and ability to learn/utilize electronic health record.* Treatment philosophy consistent with managed care principles.**Required Vaccination and TB Test.**At AMHR the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, **all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work.** Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.**Benefits:*** Health insurance: Kaiser* Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)* Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance* Long-term disability coverage\\** 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment* Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, and 1 floating holiday (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)* The company observes 10 designated holidays each year. *Exception: Employees working in 24/7 programs or facilities are scheduled to work their regular shifts if the holiday falls on their scheduled workday. In these cases, employees will receive their regular pay for hours worked **plus** holiday pay.** Employee Assistance Program* Voluntary term life insurance* Short term disability\\*\\*Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more**Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.**Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.**Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and its subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context, including harassment or exclusion.