Job description
Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System is now seeking a Full Time Nurse Practitioner, psych certification preferred for the Lebanon, Tn area. The candidate for this position will need to be able to see ages 7 and up. This position is on location (Not Remote).
EXEMPLARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
In order to provide the clients of Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System continuing and timely care, it has been decided to employ the services of a Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist. As outlined in the rules of the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners – Division of Health Related Boards, this Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist will practice under the supervision of a supervising Psychiatrist according to protocols laid out in this document.
Because of the clinic locations of Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System, it is expected that the Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist will at times work without the supervising physician in house. The supervising physician or a designated substitute physician will be available at all times for consultation.
It will be expected that the Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist will maintain licensure as outlined by the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners for the State of Tennessee.
Agrees to follow all applicable laws and regulations, including VBHCS Standards of Conduct and VBHCS Policies and Procedures, in order to create and maintain a healthcare and business environment that is committed to integrity and ethical conduct.
Patient Population:
The Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist will see patients according to protocols. It is expected that possible diagnoses may include any of the various categories from DSM-IV. Patients within these categories who fall outside of the protocols outlined in this document will be discussed with the supervising physician for possible referral to either the supervising psychiatrist or another appropriate referral source.
Tasks:
· Duties the CNS can provide under the direction of the protocols supervising physician shall include, but are not limited to medication reviews and renewals, and changes.
· New patient evaluations and medication initiation.
· Order lab work as appropriate
· CNS provides medical coverage on patients according to the protocol.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Must have a Master’s Degree in Nursing with certification from American Nurses Credentialing Centeras a clinical specialist. The Nurse Practitioner will possess a certificate of fitness to prescribe medications issued by the State of Tennessee Board of Nursing.
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this employee classification. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Clinic
Application Question(s):
- Are you vaccinated for Covid-19 or are you willing to?
Work Location: One location
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