Nurse Practitioner- Senior Behavioral Health Unit, PRN

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse who provides, in collaboration with providers, comprehensive patient care within the clinical setting. The NP is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with acute and chronic conditions, working collaboratively with physicians and other members of the healthcare team. The NP ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care and promotes optimal patient outcomes.This position works under the direction of the Supervising Physician (SP) and meets with SP on a weekly, if not daily, basis to review, reportm and implement forms of patient care and treatment.

 

Essential Functions

 

Patient Assessment:

- Conducts comprehensive health assessments, including obtaining detailed medical histories and performing thorough physical examinations.

- Evaluates patients' presenting symptoms, medical conditions, and psychosocial factors.

- Orders and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory results, and imaging studies.

 

Diagnosis and Treatment:

- Diagnoses acute and chronic illnesses, and develop appropriate treatment plans.

- Prescribes medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with state regulations and hospital protocols.

- Performs necessary procedures, such as wound care, minor procedures, and other interventions within the scope of practice.

- Manages patients' responses to treatments and adjust care plans as needed.

 

Care Management and Coordination:

- Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated and comprehensive care.

- Coordinates patient care transitions, including admissions, transfers, and discharges.

- Facilitates communication between patients, families, and the healthcare team.

- Refers patients to specialists and other healthcare services as needed.

- Obtains, compiles and records patient medical data within the scope of practice as identified by the Board of Nurse Practitioners.

 

Patient Education and Counseling:

- Provides patient and family education on health conditions, treatment options, preventive care, and self-management strategies.

- Counsels patients on lifestyle modifications, health promotion, and disease prevention.

- Addresses patients' questions and concerns in a clear and compassionate manner.

 

Documentation and Record Keeping:

- Maintains accurate and complete patient records in the electronic health record system.

- Documents all patient encounters, assessments, diagnoses, treatments, and plans of care in a timely and thorough manner.

- Ensures compliance with all documentation requirements and hospital policies.

 

Quality Improvement and Professional Development:

- Participates in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.

- Stays current with the latest medical research, evidence-based practices, and clinical guidelines.

- Engages in ongoing professional development activities to maintain licensure and certification.

- Adheres to ethical and professional standards of practice.

 

Other Duties

 

- Contributes to the development of new services, programs or processes.

- Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and inservices, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars.

- Reviews department and association wide policies and procedures annually. Develops and maintains new policies and procedures as needed.

 

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

 

Abilities

 

- This position requires strong clinical skills and knowledge of medical procedures.

- This position requires knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs).

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

- Proficiency in the electronic health record (EHR) system.

- Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, and interpersonal skills along with basic math skills and the ability to exercise independent judgment.

- This position also requires knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment.

- Must read, write, speak, and understand English.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

 

- None.

 

Work Environment

 

At Summit Healthcare, our mission statement is that we are trusted to provide exceptional, compassionate care close to home. Our vision is to be the healthcare system of choice.

 

To uphold our mission and vision statements, we expect all employees to practice SHINE Behavioral standards:

- Always SHINE – show respect and be kind.

- Always work together – we are on the same team.

- Always serve others – no job is beneath you.

- Always maintain high standards of quality and safety – best practice every time.

- Always communicate clearly – be compassionate.

- Always practice integrity – maintain confidentiality.

- Always be accountable – take responsibility.

- Always empower – create an environment of success.

- Always excel – don’t settle for mediocrity.

- Always promote wellness – make choices for a healthy lifestyle.

 

Physical Demands

 

 

Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work.

 

Required Education and Experience

 

- Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.

- Arizona Registered Nurse license.

- Nurse Practitioner national certification.

- ACLS (within 30 days of hire).

- CPR/BLS (within 30 days of hire).

 

OSHA Exposure Category:

 

 

Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

 

This is a safety sensitive position.