Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - East Niles CHC

Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We're honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don't inquire about immigration status because we simply don't need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient.

As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1.

Why work for us?

Whether you are looking for a new career or grow an existing one, Clinica Sierra Vista is committed to the future of our employees. We believe in order to be the best, we must take care of our people, because that is the right thing to do.

• Base salary (Commensurate with experience)

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance for provider and family (begins on first day of employment)

• Sign-on bonus of up to $75,000, option

• Mortgage Subsidy up to $75,000, option

• Paid CME

• Loan repayment through the NHSC

Intrigued? We'd love to hear from you! Please review the job details below and then click "apply."

Essential Functions:

• Provides in person and remote psychiatric evaluation and management for CSV patients based on patient location.

• Works with a multidisciplinary team of CSV providers regarding psychiatric aspects of the patients care.

• Maintains a knowledge of general medicine and psychiatry; current developments in the field of psychiatry; hospital and clinic organization management and procedures.

• Confers with the consumer relatives/care givers regarding illness and treatment.

• Maintains electronic medical records, including medication lists and e-prescribing.

• Manages and maintains a panel of patients.

• Adheres to the highest standards of medical ethics at all times.

• Assures quality of care for all patients at all times and regularly participates in clinic Peer Review and Quality Assurance Programs.

• Adheres to and complies with state and federal standards of clinical practice.

• Required to see appointment and walk-in patients as scheduled.

• Completes various forms for patients including, but not limited to medical clearance forms and disability evaluations.

• Reviews lab results for patients managed at the health center.

• Provides prescriptions refills for patients managed at the health center.

• Provides good customer service to patients including; introducing self, welcoming patients, explaining treatment/conditions, inviting the patient to ask questions and participate in their visit, explaining follow-up care, medications, referrals, etc.

You will be successful with the following qualifications:

• Satisfactory completion of a Master's degree in Psychiatry Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program.

• California Medical License.

• DEA License.

• Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association.

Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they're counting on us.

Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!