Pathways is one of the largest national providers of accessible, outcome-based behavioral and mental health services. At Pathways, we deliver exceptional value by creating healthier communities through the work of exceptional people. Our more than 7,000 employees provide the highest-quality home- and community-based human services in 24 U.S. states.
Pathways is looking for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our program. Under the direction of a medical doctor performs comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, assessments, diagnosis, medication management, evaluation and on-going treatment of clients with mental disorders.
QUALIFICATIONS
A Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner must hold an active ARNP license in the state of CA, must have experience working with mental health population
Must have active DEA
Be able to pass state and federal background checks. Have reliable vehicle with active car insurance
Ability to perform basic word processing tasks and utilizes proprietary software for the completion of tasks or has the ability to learn these skills
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Conducts initial client assessment to include obtaining psychiatric and medical history, performing psychiatric assessment and overall health assessment for any presenting problem
Conduct initial psychiatric evaluations with children and adolescents between the ages of 5-18.
Orders necessary laboratory studies, monitors and follows-up on abnormal results
Provides prescriptions for psychiatric medications under the advice and direction of a medical doctor
Assesses and evaluates responses to medications and monitors for potential side effects or adverse reactions
Consults with other members of the treatment team on clients’ treatment plans
Documents using Anasazi Electronic Health Record, a complete assessment and plan including all medication changes on each client and all other mandatory documents as designated by Program Director
Obtains medication consents when appropriate
Participates in staff in-service and case presentation meetings
Consults with medical doctor regularly on treatment plans for clients
Perform duties as designated by ACT model treatment modality
Perform Home visits and off-sites visits as required by the needs of the families and participants
Provide support and perform other duties as assigned or necessary
May provide direct supervision to any LPT or LVN’s on staff
Works under minimal supervision by Program Director and Staff Psychiatrist
Recovery Requirements
Provide the best customer care possible, including reliability in working a flexible working schedule
Identify and build upon the strengths of consumers, coworkers, and the communities we serve
Support consumers’ steps towards Recovery and Wellness
Create an organizational culture that respects and celebrates the diversity of our consumers
Value learning as an ongoing process that enables us to better service our consumers and establishes our leadership in the industry
Research and utilize our industry’s best practices and analyze our own services to ensure the best possible outcomes
Education/Licensing Requirements
•Graduate of an accredited college or university with a masters in Nursing
•Current Nurse Practitioner license from the Board of Registered Nursing in the practicing state
•Must have active DEA number and be able to prescribe medications
Pathways is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.