Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Per-Diem (NURSE PRACT PD)
Sacramento, CA, United States
To provide independent advanced level nurse practitioner clinical expertise to patients and their families on an on-going basis. This includes the management of chronic stable medical conditions, routine care, acute or critical care, and medical and specialty protocols (e.g. chemotherapy) as defined by standardized procedures for your specific department. This may include non-invasive or invasive procedures, surgical procedures, including operative first assist per approved standardized procedures as identified by the list available on the Medical Staff Office. Patient management decisions will be independent where appropriate after assessment of the patient and interdependent with consultation with an attending or other member of the team. NP's are expected to act as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurses, residents and other ancillary staff.
Provides patient care in a team based care environment to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
Apply By Date: March 17, 2024
Minimum Qualifications
One year or greater experience as an Adult Psych and /or Forensic nurse practitioner.
National board certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Graduate degree from a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program in an accredited School of Nursing.
Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License
California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Certificate within 3 months of hire
American Heart Association (AHA) BLS CPR Certification
Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Judgement skills to effectively meet the needs of patients
Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role
Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider
Ability to work flexible hours
Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members, other professionals, and caretakers
Department specific: Must be able to complete mental status exams and monitor the effectiveness of psychotropics. Work is performed with many interruptions during the day. Must be able to work effectively within a stressful, hazardous environment with rapidly changing priorities and deadlines. Willingness to work under an institutional "No Hostage Policy." Must be able to pass and maintain the Sacramento Sheriff Department's Security Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
One year or greater recent clinical experience in specialty care of the hiring department highly desirable
Department Description
Adult Correctional Mental Health (ACMH) is a satellite contract program of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. The program provides mental health services, Jail Based Competency Treatment (JBCT) and Early Access and Stabilization Services to inmates incarcerated inside the two Sacramento County jails located in downtown Sacramento and in Elk Grove.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $110.91
Salary Frequency: Hourly
Salary Grade: 120
Payroll Title: NURSE PRACT PD
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Per Diem
Percentage of Time:
Shift Hours: Variable Shift (07:00 - 15:30 and 14:00 - 22:30)
Location: Behavioral Health Center
Union Representation: Yes
Benefits Eligible: No
Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Work is performed with many interruptions during the day. Must be able to work effectively within a stressful, hazardous environment with rapidly changing priorities and deadlines. Willingness to work under an institutional "No Hostage Policy." Must be able to pass and maintain the Sacramento Sheriff Department's Security Clearance.
Special Requirements
This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
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