What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner Psychiatric position at Allegany County Health Department?
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
ALLEGANY COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
NURSE PRACTITIONER PSYCHIATRIC MDH
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFIT PACKAGE
LOCATION: Behavioral Health
NATURE OF WORK:This position will consist of evaluation, prescribing and management of medications to patients of the Outpatient Mental Health Clinic via in person or telehealth services. Evaluation of symptoms and determination if a higher level of care is needed. This position may involve signing emergency petitions for clients in need, and will involve training, education, collaboration and consultation with other staff regarding patients. This position also orders, performs and interprets lab work and provides guidance and instruction in health maintenance and disease prevention. This position reviews and signs off on patient treatment plans and will make referrals as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses under the certification requirements for Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric.
Experience: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses under the certification requirements for Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The preferred candidate should possess the following experience:
-2 years’ experience working with dually diagnosed patients (mental & addictions)
-2 years’ experience working with children, adolescents and adults
-Experience working with e-scribing medications
SALARY: Salary $117,954 – $160,000, depending on experience.
Full State of Maryland benefit package
YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE AT: www.dbm.maryland.gov/jobseekers
Click on State Jobs; click on State Jobs again
At Location dropdown menu select “Allegany”
At Type dropdown menu, select “Current Recruitments”
Scroll down and select recruitment #24-004301-0002
~~APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2024~~
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
About the Company:
Allegany County Health Department
Salary : $117,954 - $160,000