Experienced Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | PRN | Days | Guilford County Behavioral Health Center

Job description

JOB DETAILS: Location: Greensboro FTE: PRN Schedule: 7am-7pm Call: No To learn more about this position or if you have any questions, please contact: R.T. Then Cone Health Physician Recruitment Consultant [email protected] The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Relief at Behavioral Health Unit Crisis Center (BHUC) a 24/7 facility providing timely access to mental health services for children, adolescents and adults presenting in a mental health crisis. The program is designed for those who need urgent behavioral health or substance use treatment. Assesses patients, interprets diagnostic test/results, and develops and implements treatments to address the patient's needs. Working in collaboration with physician(s) and working in a relief (PRN employed) capacity as needed (or predetermined schedule) often times with minimal supervision.
Essential Job Function
• Performs physical assessments of the patient, reviews their medical history, and interprets diagnostic tests/results in order to provide effective treatment for the patient.
• Conducts preventive health screenings based on the patient's age, history, and unique needs to provide proactive health care.
• Educates patients and their family about medical conditions, treatment, and follow-up.
• Maintains record of all patient care in order to ensure accurate patient history.
• Performs medical procedures in accordance with departmental guidelines and clinical roles.
• Identifies ways to improve patient care by assessing, problem-solving, and evaluating clinical and system issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education
• Required: Master's degree Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant or PA-C.

Experience
• Preferred: 1-3 years as advanced practice provider.

Licensure/Certification/Listing
• Required: Valid NC RN and NP or PA-C.