Psychiatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The APRN practices clinical care delivery under the guidelines of the State Board of Nursing per physician protocol. This role is responsible for the assessment, treatment planning, implementation, and follow-up of referred patients.

The APRN delivers care through a person-centered, trauma-focused approach, recognizing and responding to the diverse needs of individuals impacted by substance use and mental health conditions. This includes creating an environment of safety, trust, and empowerment, actively working to reduce re-traumatization and enhance patient resilience and well-being. Addiction experience is preferred, but not required.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Extensive knowledge of the field of medicine, with experience in substance use disorder and mental health.
• Provides care that respects each patient’s unique experiences, preferences, and goals, fostering a collaborative treatment environment.
• Integrates trauma-informed principles in clinical practice by recognizing signs of trauma, understanding its impact on health, and adjusting interventions to support healing and recovery.
• Coordinates medical admissions, performs physical exams, and offers treatment recommendations for assigned patients.
• Knowledge of interviewing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health-care delivery systems and community resources with referrals to appropriate professionals or agencies.
• Knowledge of pharmacology, including initiation, selection, and modification of drug regimens.
• Ability to elicit, record, and maintain comprehensive health history.
• Commitment to a workplace of dignity and respect.
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines.
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork.
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies.
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Master’s Degree in Psychiatric Nursing
• Four (4) years of supervised clinical nursing work preferred
• Addiction and/or mental health experience preferred

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid driver's license
• Current Florida license as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/Family Nurse Practitioner
• DEA License required
• Must pass a level II background check and drug screening
• Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, In. policies

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to write accurately and legibly
• Moderate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based computers
• Ability to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach
• Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods of time
• Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds
• Good hearing and vision

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Treatment program / hospital environment
• Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation
• Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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