Contract Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Psychiatric

Contract / Helena

Position Overview:

Performs professional diagnosis and treatment under the supervision of a psychiatrist.

Job Duties:

• Provide outpatient psychiatric evaluation and treatment services to clients.
• Plan and prescribe treatment (including medications) to alleviate symptoms and restore skills needed for independent living and symptom management.
• Evaluate clients to assess response to treatment, side effects and unintended consequences of treatment and makes appropriate adjustments based on client needs.
• Work hours 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday.
• Full-Time is preferred, but Part-Time is an option.
• Maintain billable hours as 60% of total hours worked.
• Provide telehealth client services as needed and provide court testimony as required.
• Consult with psychiatrists and other physicians regarding client treatment and care needs.
• Evaluate clients for physical health problems, and consults with and refers to primary care physicians.
• Refer clients to physicians, psychologists, chemical dependency counselors, mental health counselors, social services, and other professionals and agencies as needed by the client.
• Prescribe treatment and rehabilitation services to be provided by others in the organization.
• Works with other members of a treatment team to develop a treatment plan.
• Develop treatment plans, conducts evaluations as required by Many River's policies and state and federal regulations and standards.
• Maintain clinical documentation consistent with Many River's written standards.
• Provide backup coverage to other psychiatric providers and coverage for mental health emergencies.
• Participate in and provide for other employees, continuing education and training programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Extensive and advanced knowledge of psychiatric nursing, including psychiatric diagnosis, the use, and risks of medication in the treatment of psychiatric illnesses.
• Advanced knowledge in related disciplines including psychology, social work, rehabilitation, and medicine.
• Knowledge of Montana’s public mental health system and laws, regulations, and standards that govern practice.
• Knowledge of indications and contraindications for the use of medications in treatment.
• Must have the ability to conduct diagnostic psychiatric evaluation, prescribe and monitor patient care and patient progress in treatment.

Education & Experience

• Master’s Degree or above in Psychiatric Nursing Practice,
• ANCC Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner,
• Current RN Licensure and current APRN licensure in the state of Montana,
• DEA registration required
• NPI is required.
• One year experience preferred.

All Positions at Many Rivers Whole Health must pass Background Checks, Urinalysis Testing, and Motor Vehicle Record.

About Us:

Since 1976, we have been dedicated to 14 counties in Montana and seek to serve a variety of both individuals and groups in all settings. We define resilience as the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress — such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems, or workplace, school place and financial stressors — alongside those of chronic, severe disabling behavioral health conditions. with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice.

We are committed to recruiting qualified employees, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of clients living in our 14 counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for clients and employer of choice for employees and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity, safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, and great work environment.

Mission: Many Rivers Whole Health partners with people and communities to serve the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – by providing expertise in wellness, mental health, and substance use disorders, addressing prevention and treatment with a recovery-based approach.

Vision: To be a community based, highly respected organization known for excellence in mental health and addiction recovery services; offering compassionate, client-focused, professional support.

Beliefs/Values: Ambassador of Many Rivers, Own it, Individuals Matter, Create Joy, Embrace Change, Show Up. Step In.

About Helena:

Helena is the capital of Montana, and a great base for adventure. There are 75 miles of trails that start in Helena for biking and hiking. Two stunning National Parks are close enough for a day trip. Closer to home, Helena is a fisherman’s dream come true as you’re based near the Missouri, Blackfoot, and Clark Fork Rivers as well as many smaller streams and tributaries. Helena offers something for those more inclined to city pleasures, too. The city features a wealth of museums, theatre, live music, food, shopping, and more. Kids of all ages can enjoy the city’s many parks, water park, skate park, indoor rock climbing, ice rink, and so much more. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Helena and the Many Rivers Whole Health is an excellent choice for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Many Rivers Whole Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.