What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) position at Chestnut Health Systems?
Overview
Are you mission driven? So are we! Chestnut Health Systems seeks an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who is passionate about providing integrated care with a focus on psychiatric medication services. This full-time position can be based in Granite City or Belleville, IL and is eligible for a sign-on bonus. This is an FQHC position and is eligible for student loan forgiveness through certain programs.
Responsibilities
Provide integrated prescriber services in accordance with Nurse Practitioner Collaborative Agreement State of Illinois and/or Missouri (depending on assignments) and agency policies and procedures. Reinforce evidence-based practices, including the recovery philosophy utilizing the elements of trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health/wellness and spirituality/connectedness including harm reduction. Promote positive interactions with the community and within Chestnut to sustain favorable program reputation.
Qualifications
RN plus Master’s degree in nursing. Licensure as an APRN in the State of Illinois. Dual Missouri licensure preferred. License in good standing with the ability to bill for evaluating and prescribing medications. Active buprenorphine waiver or willingness to obtain. Previous psychiatric and primary care prescribing experience preferred. Fully executed Collaborative Agreement with a Chestnut-approved prescriber will be required.
Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs when that’s the case. Chestnut is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! You might be just the right candidate for another role. We’d love to explore the possibilities with you!
EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.
