Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Description

Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?
Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.

What are we looking for in a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner?
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners at Comprehensive are part of a multidisciplinary team that provides integrated behavioral health treatment to clients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Collaborating with therapists, case managers, nurses and other members the treatment team, Nurse Practitioners assist in the development of an individualized treatment plan for each client. Taking ownership of the pharmacological intervention, Nurse Practitioners complete psychiatric evaluations, prescribe appropriate medications, and provide general medical counseling and referrals. Our medical provider team has the opportunity to meet monthly to staff cases and receives regular supervision from the Chief Medical Officer. In this role, strong communication skills, the desire to work in a collaborative team environment, and the ability to establish trusting relationships with clients will be essential. This position is part of our provider team in Ellensburg and will serve both youth and adult clients with various mental health and substance use diagnoses. 

Nurse Practitioner duties may include:

• completing initial psychiatric evaluations and assessing mental health & physical health status at routine appointments
• prescribing & monitoring psychotropic medications and educating clients & their support system about the medication’s purpose, appropriate dosage, and possible side effects 
• collaborating with each client to create an individualized treatment plan
• educating staff, clients, and other community partners about individual mental health needs 
• following trauma-informed principles in all aspects of client care
• assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated
• completing all documentation & charting in a timely, client-centered manner 
• participating in on-call and rounding rotations for our inpatient facilities

Qualifications:

• Master's or doctorate degree in nursing or nursing practice with psychiatric mental health specialization
• One year of prescribing experience preferred, but not required
• Registered Nurse license and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner license in Washington
• Federal DEA registration
• First Aid & CPR certification
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide documentation during the hiring process or be approved for a qualifying medical or religious exemption prior to starting work

What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You 
Training and Development

• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs

Innovative Program & Services

• A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment 
• Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services

Excellent Benefits

• Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
• Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
• Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
• Access to Employee Assistance Program services
• Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
• Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
• Agency-funded life and disability insurance program 
• Site eligibility for student loan repayment programs (conditions apply)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department offers accommodations and assistance to participate in the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.

Salary : $118,300 - $147,900