Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatric Physician Assista

Company: Colorado State University
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatric Physician Assistant Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants needing assistance to submit application materials may contact Serena Henson at Serena.Henson@colostate.edu.
Complete applications must include:--- A cover letter addressing Required Job Qualifications, Preferred Job Qualifications and Essential Job Duties--- Resume--- Contact information for three (3) professional references within your application
For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11:59 pm Mountain Time on Sunday, April 18, 2021.
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. Working Title Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatric Physician Assistant Position Location Fort Collins, CO Research Professional Position No Posting Number 202100284AP Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib III Number of Vacancies 1 Work Hours/Week 40 Proposed Annual Salary Range $90,000-$130,000 Employee Benefits Colorado State University ( CSU ) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU's Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas. https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf . Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 04/18/2021 Description of Work Unit Colorado State University
Colorado State University is a public research university founded in 1870 and located in Fort Collins, in the U.S. state of Colorado. The university is the state's land-grant university, and the Flagship University of the Colorado State University System. As a land-grant institution, it is in the DNA of Colorado State University to promote education to anyone with the motivation and ability to earn a degree.

Our State is Colorado, but our Colorado State University Rams are built on a global scale. We unite in Fort Collins, where our diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences strengthen our community. Fort Collins is a community that blends education and industry, hard work and recreation, tradition and progress. True to our land-grant beginnings, we're focused on practical solutions for today and tomorrow.

Colorado State University employs over 7,000 full and part-time faculty, exempt and non-exempt professionals, and classified staff. The current enrollment is approximately 33,058 students, including resident and non-resident instruction students. The University has approximately 2,000 faculty in eight colleges and 55 academic departments. Colorado State University, also known as CSU , offers more than 150 degrees in eight colleges. Bachelor's degrees are offered in 65 fields of study, with master's degrees in 55 fields. Colorado State confers doctoral degrees in 40 fields of study, in addition to a professional degree in veterinary medicine.

Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings.

Colorado State University offers a wide selection of benefits to eligible employees that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement programs and more. The University's Commitment to Campus benefits program offers a wide range of programs, discounts and special benefits. For more detailed information about CSU benefits, Colorado State University, and Fort Collins, you can visit http://www.hrs.colostate.edu/benefits/, http://www.hrs.colostate.edu/benefits/fap-insplans-new.pdf, and http://www.hrs.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/index.html.

CSU Health Network
The CSU Health Network at Colorado State University provides a full range of cost-effective mental health and primary care medical services on campus, referral for community specialty care, and comprehensive health education and prevention services programming. Services such as physical therapy, dentistry, and optometry are available. The CSU Health Network is active in creating a healthy campus environment to support learning and success. For more information about the CSU Health Network at Colorado State University, see http://www.health.colostate.edu.

Medical Clinic
The Medical Clinic at the CSU Health Network provides acute and chronic care to CSU students by appointments and on a walk-in basis for urgent concerns. Primary care physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners care for students, with emphasis on preventive care, education, and continuity. The medical staff are supported by a full range of laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, physical therapy, psychiatry, optometry, and nutrition services on site, and integrated care with counseling staff enhances the treatment of students with behavioral health concerns. Minor procedures are performed in the clinic. The Medical Clinic provides services between the hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday-Friday, providing attractive work schedules for staff. Position Summary The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatric Physician Assistant provides outpatient adult and occasionally adolescent psychiatric evaluations, medication management and brief psychotherapy; responsible for psychiatric assessments and management, ordering and interpreting tests and documenting in the electronic health record; assesses patient progress and modifies treatment plans accordingly; institutes emergency hospitalizations for patients in crisis for their safety and stabilization when needed; refers patients to community providers when needed; provides tele psychiatry services through video/phone conferencing.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatric Physician Assistant reports to the Director of Psychiatric Services and works as a provider of psychiatric care. Required Job Qualifications Education/Certification

• Possession of a master's degree or higher as an advanced practice nurse or physician assistant.
• Certified by the ANCC as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or NCCPA as a certified Psychiatric Physician Assistant.
• Possession of a current DEA number for authorization of prescriptive privileges or the ability to obtain one by the start date.
• Possession of Colorado Prescriptive Authority.
• Possession of a current Colorado Medical License or the ability to obtain one by the start date. Experience
  • Two years of experience working as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant with psychiatric certification in a family, adult or college setting with a broad range of clinical experience in mental health care. Preferred Job Qualifications Experience
    • Three years of experience working as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant with psychiatric certification in a family, adult or college setting with a broad range of clinical experience in mental health care.
    • Experience or willingness to work in an integrated health care setting.
    • Experience working with an electronic health record system.
    • Experience working with college age/young adult population. Knowledge, Skill, Ability, Other Characteristics
      • Knowledge, experience and willingness to work with diverse populations and historically marginalized populations.
      • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
      • Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary health care team.
      • Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with policies of the CSU Health Network, Colorado State University, state, federal and HIPAA requirements.
      • Ability to advance the department's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
      • Interest in the wellness of students and their family members and respect for the role of patients in the decision making process.
      • Ability to work in a remote location from the Health Network to provide independently computer based tele psychiatry services.
      • Experience or interest working with patients suffering from Eating Disorders.
      • Ability to analyze policies, programs, and initiatives to make recommendations for quality improvement. Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Job Duty Category Duty/Responsibility
        • Provides outpatient adult, and occasionally adolescent, psychiatric evaluations.
        • Provides ongoing mental health care, including medication management and brief psychotherapy.
        • Responsible for ordering and interpreting tests and documenting in the electronic health record.
        • Assesses patient progress and modifies treatment plans accordingly.
        • Institutes emergency hospitalization for patients in crisis for their safety and stabilization when needed.
        • Involves the family or a supportive person into the student's health care if needed.
        • Provides tele psychiatry services remotely, when needed, via video/phone conferencing with the patient/their family.
        • Promotes the equality of the mental health care for all patients.
        • Respects and supports diversity and equality of the health care.
        • Follows guidance for standard of care as well as guidance for documentation of provided care.
        • Other job duties as assigned. Percentage Of Time 75% Job Duty Category Care Coordination Duty/Responsibility
          • Works with other psychiatric providers and support staff to provide optimal patient care.
          • Consults with psychiatrists, medical providers and counselors at the CSU Health Network, CSU campus and community entities as needed. May consult and coordinate with student's family as appropriate.
          • Participates in integrated health care delivery systems by seeking collaboration and being an active member of teams. Percentage Of Time 15% Job Duty Category Committees, Meetings, and Educational Activities Duty/Responsibility
            • Participates in required meetings, educational activities and continuing education to maintain license and certification.
            • May serve as a clinical preceptor for Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant students as time allows.
            • Participates on CSU Health Network and University committees as appropriate. Percentage Of Time 10% Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants needing assistance to submit application materials may contact Serena Henson at Serena.Henson@colostate.edu.
              
              Complete applications must include:
              --- A cover letter addressing Required Job Qualifications, Preferred Job Qualifications and Essential Job Duties
              --- Resume
              --- Contact information for three (3) professional references within your application
              
              For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11:59 pm Mountain Time on Sunday, April 18, 2021.
              
              References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Special Requirements/Other - For the protection of patients and staff, the CSU Health Network follows CDC guidelines for employee health. Vaccinations must be up-to-date according to CSU Health Network Employee Health policy, or you must be willing to become current with requirements Search Contact Serena Henson, Serena.Henson@colostate.edu EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Acting Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu .
              
              The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836. Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. References Requested Minimum Requested 3 Maximum Requested 3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
              • * Do you have possession of a master's degree or higher as an advanced practice nurse or physician assistant?
                • Yes
                • No
                • * Are you certified by the ANCC as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or NCCPA as a certified Psychiatric Physician Assistant?
                  • Yes
                  • No
                  • * Do you have possession of a current DEA number for authorization of prescriptive privileges or ability to obtain one by the anticipated start date?
                    • Yes
                    • No
                    • Yes
                    • No
                    • * Do you have possession of a current Colorado Medical License or the ability to obtain one by the position start date?
                      • Yes
                      • No
                      • * Do you have two years of experience working as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant with psychiatric certification in a family, adult or college setting with a broad range of clinical experience in mental health care?
                        • Yes
                        • No

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