Responsibilities
PRN NURSE PRACTITIONER - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Locations : 763 North 1650 West, Springville & 4501 N. University Ave, Provo
For more information about Provo Canyon School please visit www.provocanyon.com
Your duties & responsibilities will include :
- Provide general medical care, assessments, evaluation and treatment of adolescent patients
- Perform physical examination and / or preventive health measures within established nurse practitioner guidelines to assess and evaluate patient's clinical problems and health care needs. Take care of all H&Ps and interventions in a timely manner according to regulatory guidelines. Coordinate with the Medical Director to ensure that the quality of medical services is of the highest caliber.
- Provide competent medical physician back-up
- Consult with physicians, nursing, and other health professionals as needed to assure holistic approach and coordination of care and case management.
- Recommend, order, and prescribe treatments such as medication, therapy, and related procedures, and make referrals as needed.
- Maintain and update patient charts, records, and information according to facility guidelines and policy.
- Participate in Infection Control committee meetings monthly.
Qualifications
Your qualifications will include :
Valid license to practice and prescribe as Nurse Practitioner in the State of Utah .Advanced knowledge of psychiatric and general nursing care concepts and methodologies and skills in their implementationExperience working with adolescents preferredBasic teaching or training skills; skills in analysis, evaluation, and interpretation, organization, prioritization, and time management skills; sound written and oral communication skills; adaptability and flexibilityClinical evaluation and intervention skills, including crisis management