Metro Community Provider Network Inc
Location
Aurora, Colorado
Salary
$126,000 - $156,000 / YEAR
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides high-quality psychiatric diagnostic and medication evaluations for adults and children within an integrated care model. They collaborate with primary care providers and community agencies to coordinate patient care and expand the psychiatric program.
Candidates must hold a Master's in nursing and be a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with valid Colorado licensure. Previous experience in an integrated clinical setting or FQHC is preferred.
Description At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare, we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we offer comprehensive services, including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach, across our 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area.
With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives, including your own - STRIDE is the place for you.
Summary In order to ensure efficient, quality healthcare services, the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides high quality psychiatric patient care. Additionally, the Psych NP provides clinical leadership to other providers around services within their scope of practice.
Follows evidenced-based practice guidelines and standards of care. Provides psychiatric diagnostic and medication evaluations for adults and children. Prescribes medications to patients, including counseling patients regarding the proper use and contraindications of medications as well as detect and diagnose adverse drug reactions. Works in collaboration with each patient’s Primary Care Provider to monitor treatment response. Arranges referrals and consultation for patients with behavioral healthcare needs beyond the scope of practice. Communicates and coordinates with community mental health agencies or hospitals for transfer of care if needed. Evaluates medical and behavioral health charts to determine appropriate patient care follow up and education regarding acute and chronic behavioral health conditions. Accurately and completely charts information regarding patient interactions into the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Works within and supports a team based and integrated care model, which includes medical assistants, other medical specialties, dental, behavioral health, patient navigation, and care coordination. Provides support to psychiatric emergencies at the clinic. Assist in expanding the psychiatric program within STRIDE. Attends clinic meetings, specialty meetings, provider meetings, all staff meetings, and all other meetings as assigned. Helps determine topics of interest for specialty meetings to evaluate the quality and efficiency of patient care needs.
STRIDE Values Community: All are welcome at STRIDE – our patients are the center of our work.
Our patients feel safe, empowered, and supported.
We respond to patients’ needs by providing effective, affordable care.
We treat patients with kindness, empathy, and dignity. Education and Formal Training:
Master’s in nursing from an accredited nursing program. Licensed or eligible for licensure in Colorado. Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Current RN, RXN, and APRN licensure in good standing.
Previous experience as a PMHNP in an integrated clinical setting is preferred. Prior FQHC experience (preferred) Spanish fluency preferred, but not required
Tools you’ll use Computer, printer, multi-line telephone systems, fax machine, copy machine, Microsoft Office Outlook, the internet and EHR. General medical equipment used for patient care.
Work Schedule 40 hours split between our Peoria , Geneva , and Hampden & Chambers clinic.
We offer a competitive salary range of $126,000 - $156,000, depending on your experience. This range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty, and training.
Why STRIDE? Join us for a fulfilling career with a comprehensive full-time benefits package that promotes professional growth, well-being, and financial security, including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off (PTO) and holidays Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options 401(k) with matching Work-life balance NHSC Loan Repayment Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME) No nights, weekends, or major holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more STRIDE conducts background checks, including criminal history, education, license and certification. STRIDE is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. STRIDE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.
To ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and communities, all new hires at STRIDE must receive an annual flu shot or provide an exemption, as well as undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.
Applicants will be considered until the position is filled
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