Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Buckhannon)
COMMUNITY CARE OF WEST VIRGINIA INC·Buckhannon, West Virginia
COMMUNITY CARE OF WEST VIRGINIA INC·Buckhannon, West Virginia
The Nurse Practitioner provides direct psychiatric care, including diagnosis, treatment, and medication management for patients with behavioral health conditions. They collaborate with supervising psychiatrists and primary care providers to integrate psychiatric expertise into overall medical management plans.
Assist in the orientation/training of new Team Members. Consistently work in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow Team Members. Assist other Team Members in the performance of their assignments. Seek out opportunities to help rather than waiting to be asked. Consider the impact of your actions on Team Members throughout the Organization. Recognize the need for variations in staffing and volunteer to fill open shifts when possible. Take direction and initiate actions (cross/additional training) that will allow the assumption of cross- functional duties to ensure seamless patient care. Demonstrate flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary within the System.
Problem
Solving: Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns. Investigate and follow through on unusual orders or requests for service or information. Follow proper reporting procedures for actual or potential accidents and/or incidents so follow-up and/or prevention can occur. Record/report the need for service maintenance or repair of equipment and remove any faulty equipment from service. Consistently evaluate work and determine if further steps are needed to meet patient expectations. Take the initiative to do or redo inadequate or incomplete work, even if it is not yours. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Productivity/
Efficiency: Consistently demonstrate the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary. Minimize non-productive time and fill slow periods with activities that will enable you to prepare to meet the future needs of the department (education, organizing, housekeeping, assisting others). Organize job functions and work areas to be able to complete varied assignments within established time frames effectively. Consistently demonstrate the ability to take the initiative to make decisions/choices without direct supervision.
Adherence to
Departmental
Policies: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures and the ability to reference them from appropriate books and manuals. Comply with infection control policies and procedures, including OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, to ensure a safe working environment for self and others. Great Benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Extended Sick Pay (ESP) Medical Health Insurance and Prescription Coverage Basic Life Insurance for Employee and Family Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 401(k) Voluntary Contribution Plan Health Reimbursement Account Employee Elected Voluntary Coverage for Employee and Family Life Insurance, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Spending Account Discounted undergraduate & graduate rates at West Virginia Wesleyan College for employee and family
QualificationsPhysical
Candidates must hold a graduate degree, national Nurse Practitioner certification, and valid RN and NP licenses for West Virginia. Current DEA registration and ACLS certification are required, while certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is highly preferred.
Demands/Work
Environment: Able to lift 20 pounds, if necessary, to assist fallen patients. Able to lift 10 pounds for routine performance of essential functions. Mobility and visual manual dexterity. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning patients. Must be ready to respond quickly and effectively to many types of situations, including crisis situations and potentially hostile situations.
An individual in this position may be exposed to: Adverse indoor and outdoor environmental conditions Bloodborne pathogens Physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks, etc.) Chemical hazards.
Qualifications/Requirements/Skills: Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executive management, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, support staff, other departments, and patients/families. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified. Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/challenging priorities. Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities are required as related to various aspects of patient care. Good clinical judgment Critical thinking skills are necessary to exercise and lead others in applying acceptable standards of practice. Awareness of NCQA requirements and CMS guidelines are helpful.
Education/Training/Experience: National certification as a Nurse Practitioner Current registered nurse license and an NP license to practice in the State of West Virginia Current prescriptive authority from the State Board of Nursing Current Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) number Certified Registered Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is highly preferred. However, if not certified, CCWV will provide intensive training under the supervision of a licensed psychiatrist in a new model of team-based, integrated care in which behavioral health clinicians, primary care providers, and pharmacists all work closely together, sharing the same electronic health record.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in West Virginia are often driven by ongoing demand for licensed clinicians who can work independently and serve diverse client needs. These roles are competitive because employers look for a master’s or doctoral degree, an unrestricted license, and experience with evidence-based treatments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm licensure details and prepare examples of your clinical approach before applying.
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