Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner
Company: YesCare Corporation
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: April 18, 2024
Job Description:
Experience & Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited college/university Nurse Practitioner
program with current license/ certification in the state in which
working.
- Must have current CPR certification.
- PHMP
- Must be available to participate in on-call schedule.
- Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.
A background check, security clearance and drug screening are
required for this role. YesCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment
opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all
positions without regard to race, gender, national origin,
religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran,
or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability/Protected
Veterans. Responsibilities Below is a list of your responsibilities
as a Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner with YesCare: Shift:
Monday-Friday 3- 11.30 pm
- Responds to and initiates care for those requiring mental
health services throughout the facility.
- Assesses inmate/patient in a variety of settings.
- Identifies inmate/patient mental health problems and prescribes
treatment under direction of a physician.
- Implements mental health services utilizing therapeutic
regimens approved by a psychiatrist.
- Provides mental health education to inmate/patient, healthcare
and correctional staff.
- Documents all mental healthcare contacts.
- Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in
disaster drills.
- Follows security regulations for keys, sharps and controlled
medications.
- Delegates to and supervises other appropriate infection control
practices.
- Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate
infection control practices.
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective
equipment as required.
- Other duties as assigned by management. YesCare Benefits (only
applicable for full-time positions)
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Generous PTO plan
- 401k with matching funds
- Employee Discount and Rewards Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Continuing Education Reimbursement About YesCare Health
Correctional healthcare is not just a job. It's a calling. By
choosing a career with YesCare, you are choosing the opportunity to
truly make a difference in the health, well-being, and future of
the patients you serve. We take pride in being a pioneer provider
of correctional healthcare. As a YesCare professional, you have
access to the resources and support to enhance your skills, build a
solid foundation to reach your career potential, and contribute to
the care and well-being of an underserved population. There is no
greater calling. Join YesCare today and be part of our legacy of
innovation and clinical expertise. Join Our Talent Community ID 2
Job Locations US-PA-Philadelphia Position Type Regular Full-time
Shift / Schedule Weekday Evening Location ID 90721
Keywords: YesCare Corporation, Philadelphia , Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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