Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

PRIMARY FUNCTION : The licensed and Board Certified Psychiatric, Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner (PBHNP) provides evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and management of behavioral health problems and psychiatric disorders in collaboration with the psychiatrist. The PBHNP possesses prescriptive authority and provides comprehensive services necessary for the promotion of optimal mental health, prevention and treatment of psychiatric disorders, and ongoing health maintenance services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Obtains medical and psychosocial histories and conducts comprehensive physical and behavioral health assessments and evaluations in an outpatient setting to determine diagnosis and possible medication management regimen to address symptoms of concern
• Orders, evaluates, and interprets diagnostic procedures, laboratory studies and therapeutic interventions to assess the patients' clinical problems and health care needs
• Prescribes, monitors, and performs medication management with tasks including but not limited to monthly medication checks with clients to monitor symptoms and effectiveness of medication, consults with pharmacies for medication approvals, and works with insurance funders to obtain authorizations for medication
• Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, consultations, referrals, and patient outcomes in the client's file ensuring compliance and adherence to state and regulatory requirements, company policies and procedures, and current standards of clinical practice
• Educates consumers, family members and care providers about medical issues, diagnostic studies and procedures, prescribed medication / treatment, and ongoing preventative care to ensure informed patient consent, continuity of treatment, and the highest quality of care
• Functions as a clinical liaison with community-based physicians, staff, and care teams through tasks including but not limited to peer to peer reviews, case consultations, psychoeducation and facilitates timely communication and information exchange to ensure continuity of care
• Provides on-call and after-hours coverage to respond to urgent matters including but not limited to mental health crises, case consultation, medication emergency to ensure the health and welfare of children receiving services
• Provides both formal and information education and training for Elwyn staff on topics including but not limited to mental health diagnosis, pharmacological interventions, best clinical practices, and case conceptualizations to ensure staff have the knowledge and skills to provide the highest quality of care
• Maintains current knowledge of medical advancements in the care and treatment of individuals with behavioral health, psychiatric, intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities incorporating advancements into clinical practice to ensure that all children are receiving the most current treatment modalities
• Represents Elwyn on organizational committees, community-based work groups and professional organizations through active participation to educate about Elwyn services, ensure adherence to clinical best practices, and provide the highest quality of care
• Facilitates and participates in the evaluation of the patient's medical record by physicians and peers through tasks including but not limited to documentation review, treatment planning, offering insight and guidance to ensure that evidence-based practice standards and clinical protocols are met
• Performs other duties as required

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR : Program Director

DIRECT REPORTS : None

CONTACTS : Patients, family members, Elwyn and agency staff, care providers, community based behavioral health and medical consultants, payors, and county representatives

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS :

Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.