We are seeking a Family & Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Columbus, OH!
Advanced Recovery Systems is a trusted, physician-led behavioral healthcare company dedicated to providing evidence-based, expert care for addiction and mental health conditions. We work with health care providers, organizations and individuals to connect those in need to life-saving addiction treatment and mental health support that repairs lives, families and the surrounding communities.
The Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides medical services/patient care to patients admitted to ARS facilities and throughout treatment within the continuum of care. The Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner supports and follows the policies, rules, and regulations of the facility as well as the standards of State and Federal regulations.
CORE JOB DUTIES:
- Provides excellent medical care with the ARS philosophy outlined by the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director, including establishing rapport, gathering data, determining readiness for treatment, and applying accepted criteria for diagnosis of substance use disorders.
- Screen for co-occurring mental health issues.
- Must have knowledge of medications, assessment for medication complications, detoxification protocols, and prescribing medications.
- Screen for Substance Use Disorders (SUD) including psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication, and withdrawal symptoms.
- Screen for danger to self or others using evidence-based assessment tools.
- Screen for pain and understand treatment strategies for pain, including pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic approaches.
- Demonstrates proficiency using the electronic health record with all required documentation, ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures.
- Understands ASAM criteria and Medical Needs Criteria and will document decision-making and treatment planning accordingly.
- Understands the On-Call responsibilities and must be within one hour of facility when on-call.
- Participates in continuing professional development.
- Demonstrates adherence to accepted ethical and behavioral standards of conduct.
With the Medical Director:
- Develops cost-effective methods to provide medically necessary therapeutic services.
- Assists in formulating and supporting the highest standards of patient care.
- Supervises all levels of care changes and provides peer reviews when required.
- Provides supervision/support to Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and students as required.
- Understands and abides by all safety/risk, infection control and other guidelines.
- Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.
BENEFITS:
- Pay: Competitive pay
- Start Date: between 7/1/24-9/1/2024
- Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
- Retirement: 401K
- Insurance: FREE Teladoc access & visits at NO cost to the employee.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION DESIRED:
- Licensed Nurse with Master’s Degree or higher to practice as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the appropriate state.
- Must have a DEA to prescribe controlled medications and have had training on Buprenorphine Prescribing as outlined by the DEA.
- May need a protocol agreement to be completed by the NP and Medical Director depending on the state practicing.
EDUCATION:
- Graduated from an accredited Nursing Master’s Program with a Family Nurse Practitioner or higher.
EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in addiction medicine and behavioral health is required.
- Familiarity with ASAM/ASAM Criteria and other healthcare standards necessary.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the Principles and Practices of Addiction Medicine, including Detoxification and Medication Assisted Therapy.
- Adheres to the NP Healthcare code of ethics.
- Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards and HIPAA policies.
- Demonstrates proficiency in communication and written skills.
- Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding patient confidentiality.
- History working with electronic medical records and proficiency with typing.
- Time management skills.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Proficiency in the timely completion of the History and Physical examination and the Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessment.
- Ability to function as a team player and integrate other disciplines into the treatment plan.
- Demonstrate ability to handle any call situation while on call.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: Advanced Recovery Systems complies with state-specific COVID-19 vaccination mandates for healthcare workers. Team members in our facilities/offices located in states with vaccination mandates are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless approved for a reasonable accommodation.
We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.
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