Nurse Practitioner for Adult Residential Mental Healthcare
Apply NowCompany: A BETTER LIFE RECOVERY LLC
Location: Fairfax, VA 22035
Description:
JOB TITLE: Nurse Practitioner
STATUS: Hourly, Full or Part-Time, Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Clinical Director
About Us
After the tragic loss of a beloved son due to mental illness, A Mission for Michael (AMFM Healthcare) was created with the vision of preventing such hopelessness in the lives of others. Our mission is to provide exceptional residential mental health care that transforms lives and promotes lasting recovery.
At AMFM Healthcare, our team is composed of individuals who possess both the qualifications and the unwavering passion to deliver comprehensive care for severe mental illness. We understand the profound impact mental health struggles can have on individuals and their families, and we are dedicated to offering support, healing, and hope.
What sets AMFM Healthcare apart in the field of mental health care is our commitment to an intensive focus on clinical evidence-based treatment. We believe in the power of proven therapeutic approaches and continuously strive to integrate the latest research and advancements into our care programs. By leveraging this expertise, we aim to provide the highest quality of treatment and optimize outcomes for our residents.
As you step into our facilities, you'll immediately notice that we are different from most mental health treatment centers. We foster a welcoming and nurturing environment where individuals can find solace and embark on their journey to recovery. Our dedicated staff members prioritize personalized and compassionate care, understanding that each person's experience with mental illness is unique. We take the time to truly listen, to empathize, and to tailor our programs to meet the specific needs of each resident.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
AMFM Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team in providing comprehensive mental healthcare to adults in our residential treatment program. The Nurse Practitioner will play a critical role in assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health disorders in collaboration with psychiatrists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in psychiatric care, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing patient-centered care.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be 21 years or older to apply for this position. Ability to pass a Central Registry search, federal Fieldprint background check, and a standard background check. Must have an active and current Nurse Practitioner License in the State of Virginia. Minimum Education Requirement: Master's Degree in Nursing. Minimum of 2 years of experience in a psychiatric setting preferred.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function assigned satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Nurse Practitioner will be assigned projects, based on his/her level of expertise, that include any, or all the following job responsibilities.
Evaluating medical and psychiatric histories for new patients, documenting them in the Electronic Health Record. Work collaboratively under the Chief Medical Officer, Medical Director, and/or Executive Clinical Advisor in performing regular and frequent quality psychiatric care and monitoring of clients in an around the clock care facility. Conducting initial assessments for clients, and being available to assist the CMO in Pre Assessment and approval processes for the organization. Performing psychiatric evaluations and assessments on a regular basis for all clients in the organization's care. Ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, lab tests, or other medical needs as dictated by the needs per each client's condition. Establishing and managing psychiatric treatment plans Prescribing psychiatric medications appropriate to the clients' condition, monitoring the effects of the medications, and adjusting as required throughout the length of treatment. Liaise and communicate with the nursing staff in regards to changes in medication, updated information on client diagnoses, changes to or initial pharmacy orders, requisitioning of lab tests, and other needs as they arise. Effectively communicate with key staff in other departments such as the clinical team, program staff, upper administration, and UR/Billing. Additional medical and psychiatric duties as assigned.
Benefits for full time employees:
Other benefits include:
AMFM Healthcare is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
A18-003.
40 hours.
STATUS: Hourly, Full or Part-Time, Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Clinical Director
About Us
After the tragic loss of a beloved son due to mental illness, A Mission for Michael (AMFM Healthcare) was created with the vision of preventing such hopelessness in the lives of others. Our mission is to provide exceptional residential mental health care that transforms lives and promotes lasting recovery.
At AMFM Healthcare, our team is composed of individuals who possess both the qualifications and the unwavering passion to deliver comprehensive care for severe mental illness. We understand the profound impact mental health struggles can have on individuals and their families, and we are dedicated to offering support, healing, and hope.
What sets AMFM Healthcare apart in the field of mental health care is our commitment to an intensive focus on clinical evidence-based treatment. We believe in the power of proven therapeutic approaches and continuously strive to integrate the latest research and advancements into our care programs. By leveraging this expertise, we aim to provide the highest quality of treatment and optimize outcomes for our residents.
As you step into our facilities, you'll immediately notice that we are different from most mental health treatment centers. We foster a welcoming and nurturing environment where individuals can find solace and embark on their journey to recovery. Our dedicated staff members prioritize personalized and compassionate care, understanding that each person's experience with mental illness is unique. We take the time to truly listen, to empathize, and to tailor our programs to meet the specific needs of each resident.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
AMFM Healthcare is seeking a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team in providing comprehensive mental healthcare to adults in our residential treatment program. The Nurse Practitioner will play a critical role in assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health disorders in collaboration with psychiatrists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in psychiatric care, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing patient-centered care.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function assigned satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Nurse Practitioner will be assigned projects, based on his/her level of expertise, that include any, or all the following job responsibilities.
Benefits for full time employees:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Anthem.
- FSA/HSA Accounts.
- Life/AD&D insurance through Anthem, 100% paid for by the employer.
Other benefits include:
- 401k plan with employer match.
- PTO, Self Care Day, and Floating Holiday.
- Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Health and Wellness Membership.
AMFM Healthcare is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
A18-003.
40 hours.