What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHYSCH NURSE PRACTITIONER LAZARUS position at Camillus Health Concern?
Title:
PSYCHCHIATRIC-MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
Reports to:
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES DIRECTOR (BHSD)
Status:
Exempt
Position Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Behavioral Health Services Director (BHSD), the Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) will play an integral role in the Lazarus Project, providing compassionate, trauma-informed psychiatric and behavioral health care to individuals experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable populations served through Camillus House and community partners. We are seeking a passionate, mission-driven provider who is committed to meeting patients where they are and making a meaningful impact in their journey toward improved mental health, stability, and overall well-being. The PNP will assess and diagnose mental health conditions, develop individualized treatment plans, provide medication management, monitor patient progress, and collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care in alignment with Camillus Health Concern’s mission, policies, and standards of care.
Responsibilities:
- Comply with the Mission and work in the Core Values of Saint John of God.
- Communicate on an ongoing basis with other health care providers and other staff on all aspects of the health needs of patients.
- Complete all necessary paperwork connected with duties, including sealing of progress notes in the Electronic Health Record in accordance with policy set forth by CHC.
- Ensures fiduciary responsibility by dropping charges for each encounter in accordance with the regulations set forth by CHC
- Coordinate patient care with the Behavioral Health Team, clinical services, the Camillus House Institute of Personal and Social Adjustment (ISPA), and community agencies.
- Participate in and promote all quality improvement related activities as delineated in
CHC’s QI plan.
- Ensure integration of behavioral health and psychiatric care with primary health care.
- Implement patient self-management tools.
- Participate in Clinical Case conferences.
- Be an advocate for clients within Camillus and the community.
- Work effectively and professionally with Camillus staff and community partners.
- Meet appropriate biennial requirements for licensing and continued education as per the Florida Board of Nursing.
- Perform any other department or agency related duties or special projects as directed by Supervisor.
Requirements:
- Valid APRN license to practice as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the State of Florida
- Eligible for Medicaid/Medicare provider status
- Experience with public health issues as it relates to health center needs
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and documentation
- Commitment to the mission of Camillus Health Concern, Inc.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual (English/Spanish), Creole a plus
- Work effectively and productively in a team environment
- Computer literate; previous experience with Electronic Medical Records
- Culturally sensitive to the social, psychological and health care needs of the homeless and/or underserved populations
Salary : $31 - $34