The Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry (NPP) is a member of the clinical team and provides general medical care and treatment to patients in the clinics at the agency, under direction of a physician located in our Utica & Rome Clinic.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Identifies, evaluates, and addresses mental health and general health issues of the population in the behavioral healthcare clinic while administering quality patient care. Works in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the clinic staff which allows for consultation, collaboration, or referral. Assists in for the diagnosis and treatment of behavioral healthcare issues. Educates patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues, and use of prescribed treatments and/or medications. Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of physician. Records physical findings and formulates plan and diagnosis based on patients condition as per regulatory bodies. Discusses cases with physician and other clinical professionals to prepare comprehensive patient behavioral healthcare plan. Submits health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by physician and agency/regulatory guidelines Prescribes or recommends drugs in the treatment of behavioral healthcare issues Facilitates evaluation of records by physician(s), peers, and quality and standards according to protocols, and receives and implements constructive directives. Maintains self in a professional manner at all times and adheres to the policies and procedures of the agency. Performs additional tasks as assigned. You will be working out of our Utica & Rome Clinic Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee. Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start working. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge and experience in behavioral healthcare procedures Experience in medical counseling/advising Experience and proven skill in positive interpersonal and human relations Experience in decision-making and problem solving skills Will have to work 1 evening per week. Flexible schedule. New York State Licensed Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry (NPP) with prescriptive privileges and at least one (1) year of experience in nursing with the NPP credential.