Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Nisqually Indian Tribe

GENERAL SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing appropriate primary health care services to eligible patients at the Nisqually Tribal Health Clinic. The ARNP is responsible for performing wellness exams and supervising the Native Women's Wellness Program and its staff.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibilities are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform. This list of responsibilities is intended to be representative of the duties performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed if such duties relate to the position.

•Take medical history, gather subjective and objective medical data.
•Perform physical examinations, review of systems and current health and prevention indicators to diagnose and treat per the current and appropriate standards of care.
•Develop and coordinate comprehensive plan of care for assigned patients and in accordance with training and education.
•Observe, record, and report patient conditions and reactions to medications and treatments.
•Initiate and expedite appropriate specialist consultations and referrals.
•Prescribe and administer medications and treatments as necessary and appropriate for the treatment of patients.
•Provide psychiatric health services, education, counseling, and emotional support.
•Provide psychosocial assessments and accurately diagnosis patients.
•Educate patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments.
•Order lab tests as needed, as well as interpret and explain results.
•Provide patient education regarding medications, risks, benefits, and reasonable outcomes.
•Communicate and follow up with patients responsibly and professionally.
•Communicate with other team members professionally and respectfully.
•Be reliable with attendance and responsible with time management.
•Provide direct counseling to patients and families on medical conditions and treatments.
•Document progress notes and summaries in the patient's medical record to include legible assessments, treatment plans, medications prescribed, instructions given to patients, and referrals.
•Maintain patient records with up-to-date lists, flow sheets and reminders.
•Execute necessary forms for billing, data entry or other reporting requirements utilizing the current Electronic Health Record system.
•Perform client education and outreach activities targeted at reaching all people eligible to receive services at the Nisqually Health Clinic.
•Participate in professional development and community awareness activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
•Graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner program.
•Certification as an PMHNP the State of Washington.
•Must have current license to practice in Washington State without restrictions, and maintain current licensure at all times.
•Must have and maintain prescriptive authority.
•Must possess and maintain current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, depending on license requirements.
•Must have a valid Driver's license and be eligible for coverage under the Tribe's insurance policy.

SUPERVISION
This position does NOT supervise.

COMPETENCIES

Possesses the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the primary responsibilities of the position.
Knowledge of:
•Health Department, Tribal and other related policies, procedures, and systems.
•Current principles and practices of the health care delivery system.
•Current applicable health evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment practices and procedures.
•Electronic health records, systems, and related applications.
Ability to:
•Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff, and outside specialty providers both orally and in writing.