Psychiatrist Nurse Practitioner - Part-Time

Community Medical Services • Peoria, AZ

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About The Position

Community Medical Services (CMS) is hiring immediately a part-time Nurse Practitioner to assist patients with their psychiatry needs while recovering from addictions to opioids and other illicit substances. Whether performing assessments or prescribing and managing patient psychiatry treatment plans, your work will help foster a safe place for anyone beginning their recovery journey with us. Currently our position requires 10 hours per week, but could increase to 20 hours in the near future.

As part of our mission to help individuals recover from substance use disorders, you’ll thrive in a supportive, engaging, and fulfilling work environment where your contributions are valued.

We’re looking for someone who:
Is excited to work in an outpatient setting, much like a doctor’s office or behavioral health clinic.
Enjoys a consistent, part-time schedule.
Has experience working with multi-cultural and low socio-economic individuals.

Requirements

• Licensed as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in state of employment
• Unrestricted DEA license
• CPR Certification Required
• First Aid Certification Required
• Experience documenting into an electronic medical record
• Ability to complete a valid fingerprint clearance and tuberculosis test

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience in substance abuse rehabilitation and Opioid treatment preferred

Responsibilities

• Bring sensitivity to the needs of those who are chemically dependent.
• Manage ongoing treatment, including signing medical orders, treatment plans, and documentation required by state and federal laws.
• Maintain responsibility for patients’ case management for psychiatry, including chronic health problems, health conditions, and prescription medication management.
• Accurately complete same-day clinical documentation using required visit templates entered into the Electronic Health Record.
• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients and facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities as needed for continuum of care.
• Collaborate with the Psychiatric Medical Director to ensure patients’ healthcare needs are met.
• Educate patients on medication actions, side effects, and proper health and nutrition habits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees