NURSE PRACTITONER

West Texas Centers is seeking a highly motivated Nurse Practitioner (APRN/PA) to provide integrated physical health services to children, adolescents, and adults receiving behavioral health and/or IDD services. This position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including a health plan, paid holidays, generous personal time off, employee assistance program, and more.

Salary: DOE

Key Responsibilities:

·Conduct comprehensive initial and periodic physical health evaluations.

·Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.

·Prescribe and manage medications using evidence-based guidelines and patient preferences.

·Order, review, and monitor laboratory tests, screenings, and diagnostic studies.

·Provide chronic disease management and routine outpatient primary care.

·Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress.

·Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and potential drug interactions, including interactions with psychiatric medications.

·Coordinate physical health services with behavioral health and IDD treatment teams.

·Provide referrals to specialists and community resources as appropriate.

·Provide patient education and promote shared decision-making.

·Provide clinical consultation and leadership to interdisciplinary treatment teams.

·Participate in treatment team meetings and high-risk case reviews.

·Provide trauma-informed, respectful, and patient-centered care.

·Deliver services in person and through approved telehealth technology.

·Maintain timely and accurate medical records and required documentation.

·Collaborate with the assigned physician supervisor and follow WTC policies, procedures, and formulary requirements.

·Assist with physical health emergencies and provide consultation to staff as needed.

Position Requirements:

·Current Texas Nurse Practitioner (APRN) license or applicable PA licensure.

·Current Texas Registered Nurse/APRN license for Nurse Practitioner candidates.

·Must have and maintain a Valid Driver's License and driving record that is acceptable for insurability through our insurance carrier.

·Must pass background check and drug screening.