We are seeking a compassionate PRN/ PT Weekend Psychiatric & Family Nurse Practitioner to join our team!
Advanced Recovery Systems is a trusted, physician-led behavioral healthcare company dedicated to providing evidence-based, expert care for addiction and mental health conditions. We work with health care providers, organizations and individuals to connect those in need to life-saving addiction treatment and mental health support that repairs lives, families and the surrounding communities.
Founded in December 2013 by Dr. Mitchell Eisenberg and Dr. Lewis Gold, Advanced Recovery Systems now has facilities across the U.S. Every facility in our network strives to provide the highest quality of care, using evidence-based therapeutic models that really work. Specialized programming designed to meet the unique needs of veterans and first responders is also offered in select facilities.
ResponsibilitiesThe Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides medical services/ mental health services to patients admitted to ARS facilities and throughout treatment within the continuum of care. The Family and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner supports and follows the policies, rules, and regulations of the facility as well as the standards of State and Federal regulations.
Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following:
JOB DUTIES:
Provides excellent medical care with the ARS philosophy outlined by the Chief Medical Officer and Medical Director. This includes the ability to establish rapport, systematically gather data, determine the readiness of an individual for treatment and change and apply accepted criteria for diagnosis of substance use disorders.Screen for co-occurring Primary Mental Health issues.Screen for Substance Use Disorders (SUD) including psychoactive substance toxicity, intoxication, and withdrawal symptoms.Must have knowledge of medications, assessment for medication complications, detoxification protocols and prescribing medications in generalScreen for danger to self or others with an evidenced based assessment tool—the Columbia Suicide Screening Rating Scale (CSSRS) and the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9). Analyze and interpret data to determine treatment recommendations and priorities.Screen for nutrition deficiencies and make interventions or refer for a nutrition consultation as appropriate.Screen for pain and understands treatment strategies for pain including pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic approaches. Strategies should reflect an individualized approach based on the individual’s current presentation, medical judgment and the risks and benefits associated with strategies, including potential risk of dependency, addiction, and abuse.Demonstrates proficiency using the electronic health record with all required documentation. ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures, state regulation, Joint Commission standards. These records will be completed and authenticated in a timely manner per policy. This includes but is not limited to the following electronic record documents:A.Psychiatric Evaluation
B.Physical Examinations
C.Medical Progress Notes
D.Medical Discharge Summaries
E.Medication and ancillary orders
F.Allergies
G.Diagnosis and updating diagnosis
H.Laboratory Date interpretation and documentation
I.HIV results positive or negative must be reviewed and documented in the medical record. STD positive results must be communicated to nursing so they can report to the State Health dept as applicable and reviewed with patient to consider treatment options.
Other required tasks with the Medical Director:
Develops cost-effective methods to provide medically necessary therapeutic services.Assists in formulating and supporting the highest standards of patient care.Review all level of care changes and provides peer reviews when required.Provides support to Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants and students as required.Understands and abides by all safety/risk, infection control and other guidelines as required.If Non-Exempt, clocks into ADP at the designated time frames.Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.BENEFITS: Scheduling flexible, required to be onsite & some on-call
Pay: Competitive ratesMalpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage providedRetirement: 401KInsurance: Teladoc access and visits at NO cost to the employee. Qualifications Graduated from an accredited Nursing Master’s Program with a Family Nurse Practitioner or higher and a Psychiatric Nurse practice degree.Experience in Addiction Medicine/ Primary Behavioral Health preferred.Familiarity with JCAHO and other indicated healthcare standards is preferred.Familiarity with ASAM/ ASAM Criteria and other indicated healthcare standards is preferred.Application of Continuous Quality Improvement and Performance Improvement Team philosophy and ability to develop and apply organizational strategies.Communication skills to relate to all levels of facility staff. Self-motivated and confident.Depending on the state practicing, may need a protocol agreement to be completed by the NP and Medical Director.Licensed Nurse with Master’s Degree or higher to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Psych NP) in the appropriate state, as applicable, required. Must have a DEA to prescribe controlled medications and have had training on Buprenorphine Prescribing as outlined by the DEA in the state(s) working. DEA-authorized prescribers will be required to demonstrate that they have completed at least eight (8) hours of educational training on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.Depending on the state practicing, may need a protocol agreement to be completed by the NP and Medical Director. Depending on the state, the DEA may not be able to be obtained until the protocol has been approved by the local nursing board. This is the only exception to not having a DEA at hire.
Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues. We invite you to learn more about us at our website!
The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO
We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
Advanced Recovery Systems complies with state-specific COVID-19 vaccination mandates for healthcare workers. Team members in our facilities/offices located in states with vaccination mandates are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any booster shots if stipulated) unless approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated.
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