Responsibilities
Nurse Practitioner (Behavioral Health Crisis Service) – Richmond, VA Horizon Health Corporation is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (Behavioral Health Crisis Service) for our brand new Crisis Receiving Center with 24 chairs in Richmond, VA. Under the general supervision of the Medical Director, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) will provide clinical services to the behavioral health program and is primarily responsible for diagnosing and treating patients; and providing continuing education to patients and their families according to approved protocols. The NP will assess the patients by examining medical history, physical exams and behavioral health evaluations; and ordering or performing diagnostic tests, and within the bounds of scope of practice as delineated by both federal and state regulations/guidelines.
Responsibilities
Complete patient diagnoses, treatment, education and referrals in accordance with Hospital policies Perform treatment planning and intervention Medication orders and reconciliation Work with the treatment team in admitting and discharging patients to and from the Program Conduct physical exams of the patient during admission and attend to basic medical needs/issues; work with hospital specialists to manage more complicated medical conditions Perform admission work-ups within twenty-four (24) hours of admissions and provide appropriate documentation as may be defined by Hospital policies Conduct rounds on patients Perform as part of the treatment team in planning, coordinating and implementing nursing care activities for patients Ensure optimal patient care Assist Program leadership in assessing, creating and implementing advanced practice provider procedures, or ensuring existing procedures meet federal and state regulations and guidelines for Nurse Practitioner scope of practice Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position. Benefit Highlights for full-time positions: Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Long and Short-term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account Life Insurance Career development opportunities within the company Tuition Assistance Rewarding work environment – Enjoy going to work every day! For more information on this position, email Oscar Hernandez, Horizon Health Corporation, Senior Executive Recruiter at Oscar.Hernandez2@horizonhealth.com About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During 2024, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and in 2023, listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree required 5-8 years of related work experience required.
- CCNE or ACEN accreditation required State Advance Practice License required PMHNP preferred DNP preferred Drug Enforcement Agency license preferred Must Not be a Sanctioned Provider Proficient in applicable Software Applications Behavioral Health Experience CPR Course Completion Utilizing the person as a whole wellness approach Ability to manage anger, fear, hostility and violence of others appropriately Ability to obtain appropriate credentials and privileges required to provide services to the hospital Excellent interpersonal skills EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.
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