Certified Nurse Practitioner

Certified Nurse Practitioner

Psych and Counseling

0.8 FTE, 64 Hours Per Pay Period

Hours range between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday through Friday.

Occasional weekend hours for community events.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Psych & Counseling is responsible for examining, assessing, planning, and implementing the health care of assigned patients, collaborating as needed with the Psychiatrist. The NP obtains patient histories, performs physical examinations, orders laboratory tests, enters all orders for patient physical health treatment needs.

Develops and implements treatment plans, performs treatment assessments and procedures, records findings, and provides patient education and counseling to enhance the effectiveness in providing primary care for outpatient behavioral health patients. The NP works in close collaboration with the medical staff and receives guidance from the collaborating psychiatrist.

The NP works closely with the collaborating psychiatrist to provide competent, appropriate care and maintain standards of care that meet the high expectations of Winona Health. The position is responsible to deliver the highest level of customer service and productivity at all times.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides competent and appropriate care to patients and residents. All patient care is performed in accordance with national standards of professional practice and the standards of professional practice set out by the accrediting and regulatory agencies, the Medical staff of Winona Health, the Minnesota Department of Health, and other appropriate governmental and regulatory agencies.
• Cares for and provides treatment to patients within their scope of competency to obtain a personal medical history, perform an appropriate physical examination, records and presents pertinent data concerning the patient in a manner meaningful to the collaborating psychiatrist.
• Prepares and submits accurate billing and insurance claim information reflecting the services provided, in compliance with the standard E & M coding guidelines, federal and state regulations, insurance contract terms, and Winona Health’s policy and procedures. Documents in a timely fashion in accordance with Winona Health expectations of same-day. Prepares and maintains clinical records in a timely and appropriate format that fosters communication between health care providers, continuity of care and, coordination of services.
• Facilitates referrals to physicians, community health facilities, support agencies and local resources.
• Recognizes medical emergencies and initiates evaluative and treatment plan necessary in life- threatening situations.
• Instructs and counsels patients on physical and mental health, including diet, disease, medications, treatment, growth and development, screening and disease prevention. Prescribes medications as needed for treatment.
• Participates in quality and process improvement activities including CSI events, FOCUS boards, operational availability and JDI's.
• Delivers all forms of care with the mission, vision and values of Winona Health in mind and within the limits established by policies and procedures of Winona Health.

Skills and Experience

Required:

• Successful completion of a Masters or Doctorate of Science degree in Nursing/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Maintenance of an active Minnesota APRN license.
• Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center or equivalent.
• Active BLS Certification or ability to be certified within 6 months of hire.
• Work fluently with patient information database (Cerner, EMR), and manipulate documents using Word and Excel.
• Must use and be proficient using Microsoft Outlook for e-mail and calendar communications

Preferred:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a clinical setting is preferred.
• Is familiar with information technology systems.

Work Environment

The Behavioral Health NP will work within the Outpatient Psych & Counseling environment.

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:

Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives

Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans

Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met

Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being

Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth

Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources

Internal Applicant Policy:

It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications.

Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position.

Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee’s past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion.

Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.

Disclaimer

Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law.

Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

Licenses & Certifications

Required* BLS

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