Advanced Practice Professional (PA / NP) Department of Psychiatry
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Description: University of Michigan is at present recruited Advanced Practice Professional (PA / NP) Department of Psychiatry right now, this occupation will be placed in Michigan. For detail informations about this occupation opportunity kindly see the descriptions. How to Apply
This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening.
Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.
PAs are directed to apply to job # 92346 and NPs are directed to apply to job # 92341. Job Summary
To provide health care and specialized inpatient psychiatric services to individuals and supportive services to their families within the Department of Psychiatry; to provide educational ! experiences for health care professionals; to participate in d! evelopment, implementation, evaluation, and outcome monitoring.
Organizational Relationships:
General supervision for PAs will be received from Medical Director, Adult Inpatient Psychiatry and, for NPs, Inpatient Clinical Nurse Manager. Collaborative/Consultative relationships are maintained with other care providers, clinicians, disciplines, and departments. Responsibilities*
Assessment of Medical/Psychiatric Status
Obtains a relevant health and medical/psychiatric history
Performs a physical examination based on age and history
Conducts preventive screening procedures based on age and history
Identifies actual and potential health problems and needs
Updates and records changes in health status
Daily Rounds
Assists the attending psychiatrist in carrying out daily rounds and is able to proxy for him/her in leading rounds in event of absence of attending.
Diagnosis
Formul! ates the appropriate psychiatric/medical differential diagnoses based on the history, physical examination and clinical findings
Identifies psychiatric and medical needs of the individual, and associated needs of the patient's family, as a result of the evaluation of the collected data
Development of a Treatment Plan
Establishes priorities and a mutually acceptable plan of care to maximize the health potential of the individual patient. This includes delegated medical functions as designated in clinical privileges. NP/PA is responsible for overseeing and monitoring the completion of treatment plans for the patients on the team. Interventions are based upon established priorities and are consistent with the appropriate plan of care.
The interventions may include:
Conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests
Prescribing pharmacologic agents
Prescribing non -pharmacologic therapies
Providing relevant pat! ient education
Making appropriate referrals to other health pr! ofessionals and community agencies
Continuous Quality Improvement and Research
Supports institutional and unit goals for quality improvement
Participates in the quality improvement activities. Participates in systematic reviews of records and/or treatment plans for the purposes of peer review, self-evaluation, outcome monitoring and/or quality improvement
Supports research by defining research questions, participating and/or conduction research in practice setting
Incorporates research findings into clinical practice
Practice Environment
Participates as a team member in the provision of medical and health care interacting with professional colleagues to provide comprehensive care
Promotes a safe and healthful environment through compliance with regulatory standards and other measures.
Education and Professional Development
Participates in the education of health care professionals and ! students through mentoring, in services, seminars and formal presentation
Participates in professional activities that contribute to the advancement of nursing or PA practice, such as participation in professional associations and publication
Develops own clinical knowledge and skills through continuing education programs, course work and reading professional literature
Participates in own performance evaluation and establishment of plan for self-development and learning.
Professional Standards (NP)
Abides by the standards of care and standards of practice established by the Department of Nursing, University of Michigan Health System. Accepts and abides by the Ethical Code for Nursing as established by the American Nurses Association. Practices within the regulations of the Michigan Public Health Code. Maintains nurse practitioner specialty certification, both with the appropriate national certification agency (as listed in Requi! red Qualification, below) and with the Michigan Board of Licensing and ! Regulation.
NP or PA
Incorporates guidelines and standards into practice as established by state and national regulatory bodies and professional organizations.
NOTE: This position is also posted in the Registered Nurses job family under number 92341. Required Qualifications*
Required Qualifications (PA):
Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
Satisfactory completion of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP
Required Qualifications (NP):
Master's degree in clinical nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Current licensure to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Michigan.
Graduation from an accredited Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program. Certifica! tion by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Specialty Certification as a Nurse Practitioner by the State of Michigan.
Three to four years of experience as a Registered Nurse, preferably in care of this patient population.
NOTE:
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
- Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position. Desired Qualifications*
Desired Qualifications (PA/NP):
Demonstrated ability to complete hist! ory and physical examination; order appropriate diagnostic studies; syn! thesize information and make informed clinical decisions; develop appropriate care plans; responsive to patient and family preferences and needs.
Demonstrated high level of critical thinking and medical knowledge by using current medical information and scientific evidence for patient care. Ability to prioritize assignments and manage a busy work environment.
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills that result in effective information exchange and collaboration with patients, families and health professionals.
Demonstrated excellence as team player.
Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, organization and problem solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to utilize the electronic medical record for accessing information, recording evaluations and progress notes and for ordering appropriate medications and tests.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with clinical care across multiple patient ! care services and to communicate assertively as a patient advocate.
Demonstrated commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles, and sensitivity to diversity.
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and patient service skills.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, problem solve, and delegate effectively and efficiently.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative practice.
Demonstrated leadership in a professional healthcare setting and other professional activities.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team on the Adult Inpatient Unit with other Psychiatry providers.
Desired Qualifications(NP):
Inpatient psych Nurse Practitioner experience
Staff RN inpatient psych experience
Experience as NP in ambulatory psych
Experience with medication management in psychotropic prescriptions
! Experience as primary therapist
Experience as NP in medical se! tting
Familiarity w/ various therapy modalities (CBT, DBT, & BT, etc.)
Experience in research Work Schedule
Hours: 40 hours per week
Position will include weekend coverage. Provide on call coverage for emergencies and consults, may require evening call.
PA TIER: Physician Asst Med SubSpec T2 Mission Statement
The University of Michigan Health System improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society. Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the mi! nimum posting period has ended.
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This occupation starts available on: Mon, 10 Feb 2014 18:29:58 GMT
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