Nurse Practitioner - Behavioral Health - Remote

General Adult Behavioral Health\nFully remote- opportunity for on-site work with local candidates\nSchedule : Monday - Friday, 8a - 5p\n

• JOB SUMMARY \nThe NP Behavioral Health is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority, is credentialed and privileged, and whose service is billed as an independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid within the healthcare systems, and in accordance with the appropriate board. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. Behavioral Health providers diagnose and treat psychiatric and behavioral health illnesses.\n
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE \nAssesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.\nOrders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.\nPrescribes, recommends and / or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols / policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.\nFormulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.\nCounsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness / condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over the counter medications and herbal remedies.\nMaintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and / or expertise.\nProvides consultation level services for conditions / problems related to the Provider's specialty and training in the inpatient and / or outpatient setting.\nMay provide care to a defined panel of patients, as determined by needs of the practice.\n
• KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
• \nKnowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities to include symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures\nKnowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions\nVerbal and written communication skills\nInterpersonal skills\nCritical thinking and complex problem-solving skills\nSkill in the use of computers and related software applications\nAbility to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans\nAbility to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological / psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification\nAbility to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests\nTexas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRN\nCurrent license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas\nCertification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required\nBasic Life Support within 30 days of hire or transfer\n
• BENEFITS \nOur competitive benefits package includes the following\n- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits\n- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%\n- Tuition Reimbursement\n- PTO accrual beginning Day 1\nNote : Benefits may vary based upon position type and / or level\n
• QUALIFICATIONS \n- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program\n- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience\n- CERTIFICATION / LICENSE / REGISTRATION -\nPsych-Mental Hlth Nrs-ANCC (MHN-BC)\nNurse Practitioner (NP)\nRegistered Nurse (RN)\nBasic Life Support (BLS) : Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire or transfer.\nAs a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.