Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Profile

02/21/2022
Category:
Health and Medical Services
Classification Title:
Nurse Practitioner
Location
Boone, NC
Job Category:
2
Position Number:
094341
Department:
Health Services - 320000
Description of University
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls about 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.
Minimum Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner: Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, graduation from a Nurse Practitioner program approved by the North Carolina Joint Subcommittee of the Board of Nursing and Board of Medical Examiners, and approved to practice medical acts by the Joint Subcommittee; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  
or  
Physician Assistant: Graduation and or completion of an educational program for Physician Assistants accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs and an active Physician Assistant License issued by the North Carolina Board of Medical Examiners.
Essential Job Functions
The primary role of the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
is to provide student-focused mental health and medical care through assessment skills and clear communication with students and as appropriate their families, colleagues and referred specialists. Responsible for coordinating appropriate clinical evaluations and referrals and consultations as needed. Performs appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, maintains an accurate medical record, develops care plans and counsels students..  
Other duties of the position include:   Administer to the mental health needs of
ASU
students. Assess and diagnose students, provide psychotherapy and prescribe medication. Treat students with diagnosed disorders, as well as those with family histories or other factors that increase the likelihood of potential mental illness. Educate and inform students and as appropriate their families, about mental health issues and steps they can take to boost their care. 
Diagnose and treat conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or substance abuse. 
Assist students who struggle with grief, anger, adjustment issues or other conditions; Diagnostic steps for these problems include recording a patient's verbal history, performing a physical exam and ordering diagnostic tests. 
Develops and manages a treatment plan, prescribe medication and administer psychotherapy as necessary. 
Treat patients one-on-one or in group settings with family members or other patients. 
Provide medical care under the supervision of the attending physicians to students in the Mary S. Shook Student Health Service which entails: 
Obtaining a detailed patient history and performing an appropriate directed physical examination; ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory, radiographic, and
EKG
studies; making an appropriate diagnosis; and ordering appropriate therapy; including physical therapy, nutritional management, pharmaceutical agents, self-care techniques, and referrals to other appropriate sources of care; and maintaining accurate medical information on the patients' chart.   Coordinate and monitor the
CQI
and accreditation programs at the Student Health Service. 
Initiate quality studies in all areas of the health service, coordinate committee, and departmental activities, evaluate
CQI
activities, coordinate accreditation activities, plan staff development programs, prepare monthly statistical reports, and assist with decisions that affect the delivery of health care in the student health service.   Work with other agencies on campus in the promotion of health and care of students. Provide health education to individuals or to groups on campus in order to promote optimal health and prevent future illness. 
Assist in providing medical supervision and care for intercollegiate and intramural athletic teams. 
Assess and diagnose students, provide psychotherapy, prescribing and monitoring medication. 
Treat students with diagnosed disorders, as well as those with family histories or other factors that increase the likelihood of potential mental illness. 
Educate and inform students and as appropriate their families, about mental health issues and steps they can take to boost their care. 
Accept other assignments as delegated by the Director of the Mary S. Shook Student Health Service.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Accuracy in all areas of health care is essential. 
Special knowledge and skills are essential in caring for students. 
Proper diagnosis, procedures, prescribing and ordering of medications and other treatments is essential. 
Ability to manage complex dilemmas. 
Ability to anticipate, recognize and respond to potentially problematic situations. 
Knowledge of advanced communication techniques. 
Skill in observing behavior and mannerisms. 
Ability to actively listen. 
Ability to answer questions from healthcare personnel and patients on disease processes, diagnosis, and treatment. 
Ability to coordinate referrals to specialists. 
Working knowledge of patient care practices and held accountable for the continuous and comprehensive management of a broad range of personal health services for which the nurse practitioner/physician assistant is educationally prepared and for which competency has been maintained. 
These services include but are not restricted to: 
(1) promotion and maintenance of health; 
(2) prevention of illness and disability; 
(3) diagnosing, treating and managing acute and chronic illnesses; 
(4) guidance and counseling for both individuals and families; 
(5) prescribing, administering and dispensing therapeutic measures, 
tests, procedures, and drugs; 
(6) planning for situations beyond their expertise and consulting with 
and referring to other health care providers as appropriate; and 
(7) evaluating health outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications
2-5 years of experience in student health or adolescent mental heatlh
Type of Position:
Permanent Full-Time
Staff/Non-Faculty:
Staff/Non-Faculty
Appointment Type:
1.0
Work Schedule/Hours
Monday - Friday  
8:00 am - 5:00 pm.  
Occasional weekend or evening rotation may be required.
Number of Hours Per Week:
40
Number of Months Per Year:
12
Mandatory Staff:
Yes
Physical Demands of Position
Extending standing and walking.  
Exposure to body fluids a hazard.
Overall Competency Level
Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalency
GN18
Anticipated Hiring Range
$89,447 - $110,000
Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.
Technical Knowledge:
Full knowledge of patient care practices in one or more medical specialties or knowledge of working with special patient populations that have more complex needs.  
Critical Thinking:
Ability to manage complex dilemmas. Ability to anticipate, recognize and respond to potentially problematic situations.  
Coaching/Mentoring:
Ability to provide instruction to healthcare personnel on disease processes, diagnosis, and treatment.  
Communication:
Knowledge of advanced communication techniques. Skill in observing behavior and mannerisms. Ability to actively listen.
Posting Date:
02/18/2022
Closing Date
03/06/2022
Competency Level Statement
If no applicants apply who meet the required competencies, then management may consider other applicants at a lower competency level.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents: 
Cover Letter 
Resume  
Provide a minimum of 3 professional references on the application or attach a List of References with Contact Information
Search Chair Name
D. Taylor Rushing
Search Chair Email
****
Disability Accommodation Information
Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director &
ADA
/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or ****
Applicant Pool Preference
External (Post on the Web)
AA/EEO Statement
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Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.
We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.
We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
Quick Link
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201501293P
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
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