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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Boston, MA

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Boston Medical Center (BMC)

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Position Description

Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient Psychiatry

Location: Boston Medical Center – Brighton

Job Type: Full Time

Department: BMC - Brighton Psychiatry

Provide direct inpatient psychiatric services including comprehensive evaluation and treatment planning and delivery to patients
Complete medical records timely per policy
Provide on-going medication assessment, education and management
Coverage along all other service lines
Respond to nursing staff concerning medical issues.
Consult with the supervising physician regarding physical findings and course of treatment.
Order appropriate medications per his/her expertise as determined by the supervising physician or designee.
Order simple diagnostic tests per his/her level of expertise as determined by the supervising physician or designee.
Initiate consultations to other services, authorized by the supervising physician or designee.
Respond appropriately during unexpected events, codes, medical emergencies (i.e., seizures). Defibrillation can be done provided there is documentation of annual training (BLS Certification).
Evaluate specific minor illness and injury of patients as defined by approved medical protocols.
Order safety restraints, when appropriate.
Collaborate with health care professionals in the planning, implementation and coordination of health teaching and counseling of the patient, family or patient representative. Document patient level of understanding
In collaboration with the Supervising Physician, the NP communicates the plan of care with all referring providers, MD of record, as well as the patient and her family.
May also be responsible for coordination with other clinical staff, nurses, and other physicians involved in the care of patients.
The NP shall be accountable for maintaining the confidentiality of all patient related information.
The NP shall abide by all policies & procedures.
Comply with all OMH regulatory equipment.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited NP program, Certification as a PMHNP
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification
Two years’ experience as an Affiliate Practitioner and experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit preferred
Current Massachusetts license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner is required
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Demonstrate clinical expertise for functioning in an independent role
Excellent interpersonal relationships and communication skills for working with patients, families, and other staff
Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with physicians and other health care professionals and support staff
Ability to be self-directed and demonstrate initiative in addressing responsibilities of the position
Ability to complete forms and other paperwork appropriately in a timely manner

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans