Certified Nurse Practitioner

Salary range:104,000.00- 145,600.00

Essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to:

• Reviews and approves job descriptions related to employees who provide health care services to clients.  Coordinates all changes with Human Resources Department.


• Conducts physical examinations of clients and interprets their medical histories.


• Orders medical tests for clients and performs diagnostic tests, screening evaluations, and procedures.


• Prescribes medication for clients.


• Acts as a resource person for decisions, planning, and policies affecting the health of clients.


• Collaborates with employees to identify clients’ needs and helps develop plans to meet those needs.


• Initiates the development of policies and procedures that govern nursing services and other services under his or her position control.


• Collaborates with other departments and agencies regarding resources and services for improved patient care and staff development.


• Serves as spokesperson for nursing matters and represents Oriana House with professional nursing and related organizations.


• Orders, or directs ordering of drugs, solutions, and equipment, and maintains accurate record of narcotics.


• Investigates and resolves complaints or refers unusual problems to superior.


• Assists with the confiscation and destruction of unused drugs.


• Monitors compliance of emergency medical procedures.


• Makes frequent contacts with pharmacy, laboratory, x-ray, vision care and DDS.


• Assesses medical complaints and health emergencies according to policy and procedure guidelines.


• Provides resources for clients for continued health care programs.


• Monitors student nurses to provide an educational and meaningful learning experience.


• Participates in the development of staff training and presents information to address medical issues including, but not limited to:  signs and symptoms of chemical dependency, emotional disturbances, universal precautions, disease transmission, medication policy, CPR, First Aid, and AED, prescription and over-the-counter medication history and use of PDR Identidrug book use.


• Approves the method of recording entries in medical records, the form and format of the records, and the procedures for their maintenance and safe keeping.


• Continues professional training, stays current with professional developments, and maintains RN license and CPR Instructor Certification.

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Facilitates and maintains productive communication while maintaining a professional, prosocial relationship with clients and employees.


• Maintains appropriate boundaries with clients and employees as outlined in Agency Code of Ethics and other policies.


• Recognizes antisocial thinking and behaviors.  Addresses them immediately, positively, and in a non-threatening manner.


• Acknowledges clients’ prosocial behaviors and generates a reward report if warranted.


• De-escalates potentially volatile situations between clients when necessary utilizing cognitive-based intervention strategies.


• Effectively communicates pertinent information at shift change to co-workers and/or program management staff (e.g., client hospitalizations, suicide watches, federal incident reports, AWOL /escaped clients, unknown whereabouts).


• Maintains telephone coverage during hours on duty.  Answers calls courteously and professionally, directs calls appropriately, and takes accurate messages as necessary.


• Interacts professionally with employees, visitors, guests, law enforcement, court, and safety personnel. 


• MODELING SKILLS


• Speaks positively about the program, Agency, and employees.


• Speaks positively about programming, law enforcement, courts, and the law in general.


• Displays prosocial thinking and prosocial behavior.


• Demonstrates respect toward employees and clients.

KNOWLEDGE

• Assists clients in role playing difficult situations to achieve a more positive result.


• Assists clients in efforts to problem solve.


• Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy.


• Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of social learning.

 OTHER

• Ensures clients’ rights are upheld.  Maintains client and staff confidentiality according to Agency policies and procedures; state law; and federal regulations to include Confidentiality on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patients Records, 42 C.F.R. Part 2 and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 ("HIPAA"), 45 C.F.R. Parts 160 and 164.


• Attends staff meetings and required training sessions.


• Complies with all Agency security standards, including procedures and electronic equipment/devices.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner or physician assistant program.  Current approval by the joint Medical Board of Medical Examiners and Board of Nursing to perform medical acts.  Must be currently licensed as a registered nurse (RN) in the state.  Three (3) years chemical dependency, institutional and/or emergency room experience preferred.  Must have a favorable attitude regarding the disease concept of addiction.  Must have the ability to effectively work with Agency employees, and outside contacts, and a diverse client population.

Full Time Benefits:

• Medical Insurance and Prescription Card


• Paid Hospital Days


• Eight Paid Holidays


• Life Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• 10 Vacation Days per year


• 10 Personal-Sick Days per year


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Long-term Disability Insurance


• 403(b) Retirement Plan


• Wellness Program and Incentives, including FitThumb Wellness App.


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Oriana House Recruiters may reach out to applicants via text messaging.

Oriana House Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Drug-free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship.