Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Hybrid) Job at BTST Services, Frederick, MD

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  • BTST Services
  • Frederick, MD

Job Description

This position requires in-person coverage at both our Frederick and Hagerstown locations for a minimum of one day per week at each site.

Essential Functions: 

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for delivering quality medical care and clinical services in a manner that adheres to local, federal, and state regulatory requirements, agency polices, and remains in compliance with all COMAR standards The Nurse Practitioner will provide direct evaluative and psychiatric services to patients of the agency. This position supports all BTST OMHC locations (Baltimore City, Washington County, PG County, and Frederick County). The Nurse Practitioner specifically has final responsibility for the following: 

Responsibilities:

  • Prescribe, direct, and administer psychotherapeutic treatment or medications to patients to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders. 
  • Evaluate, assess, and diagnose patients to determine appropriate eligibility. 
  • Examine, conduct, or order laboratory or diagnostic tests on patients to provide information on general physical condition and mental disorders and determine or monitor medication levels as needed. 
  • Collaborate with other physicians, psychologists, clinicians, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress. 
  • Ensure that patient medical information and records are obtained and maintained, including record request are submitted as appropriate and needed from other medical providers and social or medical history is obtained from patients, relatives, or other professionals. 
  • Ensure timely and satisfactory documentation of all patient treatment efforts and progress which adheres to standards and regulations as set forth by the agency and all local, state, and federal regulation agencies, the respective licensing board, and COMAR. 
  • Advise and inform parents, guardians, relatives, and significant others of patients' Conditions and treatment.
  • Advise and inform patients, guardians, relatives, and significant others of indications for, side effects of contraindications, and any other important information related to medication prescribed for a patient. 
  • Work with the Medical Director to plan for emergency and back up coverage services after hours for patients with medication related crisis. 
  • Coordinate and act as a liaison with outside agencies as needed regarding the medical care of the clients and the professional growth of the agency 
  • Attend all required treatment team or administrative meetings as needed to provide input, recommendations, and consultation 
  • Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION AND COORDINATION OF SERVICES:

The Nurse Practitioner reports directly to the Medical Director and collaborates regularly with other professionals on interdisciplinary teams regarding patient care. The Nurse Practitioner may also act as an agency liaison in working in collaboration with community providers and regulatory agencies. 

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be certified in the specialty of PMH (Psychiatric Mental Health)
  • A minimum of two (2) years of internal medicine experience, independently able to write prescriptions and comfortable with the use of psychotropics
  • Must have experience with electronic medical systems
  • Demonstrates a core capability and specific clinical competence
  • Possess the ability to provide education, support, and best practices in integrated psychiatric care
  • Extensive experience working with population with serious mental illness, and co-occurring substance abuse disorders
  • Excellent written, interpersonal, and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively with patients, families, agency clinicians and employees, and other health care professionals
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of cultural diversity and special needs populations
  • Must be professionally driven and team oriented

Travel Requirement: All BTST employees must have reliable transportation to support all four locations through Maryland (Baltimore City, Frederick County, PG County, Washington County). Travel between sites may be required.  Currently Providing Telehealth Services.

Perks:

  • 401k plan with company contribution according to plan requirements
  • Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Insurance Benefits with employer contribution
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 100% Employee Paid Voluntary Benefits
  • 100% Employee Sponsored Benefits
  • Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Company Sponsored $25k Basic Life Insurance Policy
  • Sick and Safe Leave
  • Referral Program
  • Flexible Schedule

Education and Experience: Nurse Practitioner license issued by or valid in the state of Maryland and credentialed to provide psychiatric services for the agency. Education and Experience as required by the credentialing process.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetic information. Applicants with disabilities that require accommodation or assistance for a position, please contact us directly at hr@btstservices.

BTST IS A
CARF-ACCREDITED LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH AGENCY
providing comprehensive programming and integrated care to children, teens, and adults throughout the state of Maryland.
We welcome clients to our modern and well-appointed clinics where we provide therapy, psychological evaluations, and medication management. Experience has taught us that many individuals seeking mental health services are frequently forced to receive treatment in clinics that are poorly maintained.

Our mission is to become the leader and trail blazer in the health and social work fields by continuing to research, develop programing, and train tomorrow’s elite health care professionals to provide the best services to individuals, families and communities in need. We develop and strengthen our clients’ competencies in the core areas most important to their becoming healthy and productive members of their families and communities, including socialization, education and vocation. We work diligently to provide the best programming and evidence-based services to each client and their families.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours, 1 day per week,

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