At SNAHC, you are joining a team and organization at a time of growth and transformation. You will love being surrounded by people who are as passionate as you are about community health. Individual compensation for this position will be determined at the organization’s discretion and the wage range for this role considers multiple factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are determined thoughtfully in each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $139,359-$188,545.

Position Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner or Advanced Practice Provider (PSYPA) coordinates and provides psychiatric evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning as well as primary health care to adult and young adult patients with primary care and mental health needs. The Psychiatric NP/PA will be a member of our multidisciplinary services team of Primary Care Providers, Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors, and Psychiatrist.

Essential Functions:

• Practices within the scope of the California Board of Registered Nursing and/or Physician’s Assistant Board
  practices and under the oversight of the Supervising Physician or Medical Director, and within organizational guidelines.
• Coordinates psychiatric assessment, treatment and management of patients through consultation with the supervising physician, psychiatrist, and other care providers to facilitate comprehensive patient care plans.
• Conduct labs, diagnostic tests, referrals and appropriate assessments of patients including history taking and physical and mental health examination consistent with scope of practice department protocol. ▪ Analyzes and interprets patients’ histories, symptoms, physical findings or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses.
• Prescribes appropriate medications (dosage and route) utilizing best practices and under the direction of Psychiatrist or the Medical Director.
• Detects and responds to medication side effects and adverse drug reactions.
• After initial mental health assessment, consults with and/or refers patients to Behavioral Health therapists and Psychiatrists as clinically indicated.
• Provides care for patients in mental health crisis or who present with acute mental health needs.
• May provides initial level of psychiatric consultation to all professionals (physicians/nursing) within Medical Department, under guidance of Psychiatrist or Medical Director.
• Coordinates care with ancillary providers, clinics and hospitals.
• Documents physical findings, formulates plan/prognosis based on patient's condition and follow-up with patient in an accurate, timely way, in the electronic health record (EHR.)
• Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure
  operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care.
• Appropriately manages and addresses psychiatric emergencies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning
• Participates regularly in staff improvement activities and performance improvement opportunities for the
  company and department.
• Complies with all state and federal laws and regulations, as they pertain to position including; HIPAA, sexual harassment, scope of practice, OSHA, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent computer skills, preferably with Windows, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent telephone and communication skills
• Must possess excellent organizational, writing, and verbal skills. • Ability to work independently, set priorities, and work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Ability to demonstrate superior professionalism when dealing with patients, subordinates, colleagues, community members and vendors.

Competencies:

• Communication and Relationship Building
• Taking Initiative
• Planning and Organizing
• Safety
• Teamwork
• Clinical Procedures
• Patient Experience
• Evaluation and Diagnosis
• Treatment Documentation

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current NP or PA license with corresponding State Board of California, with a focus in Psychiatric care.
• Current Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from the American Nurses Credentialing Center
• Current active DEA registration or the ability to obtain upon hire
• Must successfully complete the provider credentialing process in accordance with National Accreditation requirements.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required
• Experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions, including medication management, under supervision of a Psychiatrist.
• Ability to chart visits comprehensively and complete E&M coding in compliance with medical coding standards.
• Experience with Nextgen or other electronic health record system.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an FQHC setting as a member of a multi-disciplinary team preferred.
• Knowledge of traditional, cultural and spiritual practices of the diverse AI/AN community, as well as ability to work with other racially, culturally, ethnically, and financially diverse populations.
• Bilingual
• Experience in Pediatrics