General Information:
Compensation We Offer
- The initial compensation for this position ranges from $131,940 - $162,270 annually; depending on experience, location, and internal equity considerations.
Benefits We Offer
- Benefits Eligibility starts on day ONE
- We provide a robust benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, See our Benefits Page HERE.
- 401K Employer Match up to 4%
- Competitive Time Off Plans
Must meet eligibility requirements based on employment status
Overview:
Under the general direction of the Program Director or designee, and in collaboration with a psychiatrist, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides independent psychiatric care and in autonomous collaboration with other healthcare professionals in psychiatric clinical settings to a specified population consumers. Ensures proper mental health treatment including psychiatric evaluation, differential diagnosing, and psychiatric medication management.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts independent psychiatric evaluations and assessments for assigned clients.
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Provides differential diagnoses and develops individualized treatment plans.
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Prescribes and manages psychiatric medications in collaboration with a psychiatrist.
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Monitors patient progress, response to treatment, and modifies care plans as needed.
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Consults with clinical teams to support comprehensive mental health care.
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Collaborates with psychiatrists and other healthcare providers in multidisciplinary settings.
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Educates patients and families about mental health conditions, treatments, and medication.
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Maintains accurate, timely documentation in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
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Participates in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
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Provides clinical guidance and support to staff when requested.
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Ensures care is consistent with best practices and complies with legal and ethical guidelines.
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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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Certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry with a minimum of two (2) years of psychiatric experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience (two years of relevant experience equals one year of education)
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Active registration in good standing with the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN).
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Completion of a nurse practitioner program that meets BRN standards.
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Possession and maintenance of the following credentials:
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California Nurse Practitioner certificate
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CA BRN certification
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National Provider Identifier (NPI)
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Furnishing number
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DEA registration
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Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) Certification
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Experience with psychiatric assessments, medication education, and psychotropic medication management in community mental health.
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Familiarity with clinical protocols and the ability to follow standardized procedures outlined in the NP manual.
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Valid California driver’s license and an insurable driving record under the clinic’s liability policy.
