What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Mitchell/Martin Inc.?
Our client located in Queens is looking for a Nurse Practitioner
Position Type: HC PERM
Schedule: M-F 10am-6pm
Location: Queens
Job Summary:
This position, in coordination with the supervising physician, is primarily responsible for increasing access to substance use services and Medication Assisted Treatments.
The candidate will effectively engage patients, will report to the Medical Doctor for clinical supervision and the COTI Program Manager for administrative oversight.
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
The Nurse Practitioner will participate in direct patient care.
Conduct health screening services.
Assessment of patients with known history of substance abuse disorders.
Refer patients when necessary to appropriate medical and behavioral health facilities and follow up such referrals.
Coordinate with Medical Doctor and clinical staff for tele-practice services.
Conduct HIV/ HEPC screenings/testing and treatment referrals to high-risk populations.
Conduct medical and addiction medicine care including the use of buprenorphine and/or IM Naltrexone.
Will perform inductions and maintenance of patients on Buprenorphine.
Author medication orders.
Coordination of care with Behavioral Health Team (CASAC, Mental Health clinicians, Care Manager, Peers) to ensure continuity of care.
Provide consultation and training to on-site staff.
Assist with the identification and counseling of mental health and substance abuse problems.
Work in a non-traditional environment; e.g. – mobile unit visiting disadvantaged and disenfranchised communities and populations.
Participates in departmental staff meetings and committees as required.
Document services and treatment plans in 10E11 EHR systems.
Qualifications:
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
NYS License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse and certification by the NYSED in medicine to practice as a Nurse Practitioner.
Must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs.
DATA 2000 "X” waiver.
NYS Prescriptive Rights
Behavioral Health background preferred.
Must have computer skills.
Must successfully complete a criminal background check, obtain clearance from the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services and the Office of Children and Family Services and be drug-free.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Please keep in mind that we pay industry-leading referral bonuses if you know of anyone that is on the market.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Weekly schedule:
- 5x8
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- In-person
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Corona, NY (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Corona, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $150,000
