Nurse Practitioner, PRN

Responsibilities

PRN NURSE PRACTITIONER - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Locations: 763 North 1650 West, Springville & 4501 N. University Ave, Provo

For more information about Provo Canyon School please visit www.provocanyon.com

Your duties & responsibilities will include:

• Provide general medical care, assessments, evaluation and treatment of adolescent patients
• Perform physical examination and/or preventive health measures within established nurse practitioner guidelines to assess and evaluate patient's clinical problems and health care needs. Take care of all H&Ps and interventions in a timely manner according to regulatory guidelines. Coordinate with the Medical Director to ensure that the quality of medical services is of the highest caliber.
• Provide competent medical physician back-up
• Consult with physicians, nursing, and other health professionals as needed to assure holistic approach and coordination of care and case management.
• Recommend, order, and prescribe treatments such as medication, therapy, and related procedures, and make referrals as needed.
• Maintain and update patient charts, records, and information according to facility guidelines and policy.
• Participate in Infection Control committee meetings monthly.

Qualifications

Your qualifications will include:

• Valid license to practice and prescribe as Nurse Practitioner in the State of Utah .
• Advanced knowledge of psychiatric and general nursing care concepts and methodologies and skills in their implementation
• Experience working with adolescents preferred
• Basic teaching or training skills; skills in analysis, evaluation, and interpretation, organization, prioritization, and time management skills; sound written and oral communication skills; adaptability and flexibility
• Clinical evaluation and intervention skills, including crisis management