Psychiatry Consult Liaison NP

CL Nurse Practitioner: BMC Brighton

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a physician:

• Provide direct psychiatric services including comprehensive evaluation and treatment planning and delivery to patients on the Consult Liaison Service Line
• Provide therapeutic treatment in face-to-face evaluations
• Complete medical records timely per policy
• Provide patient medication assessment, education and management
• Consult with supervising physician to review patient clinical course and response to treatment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Respond to nursing staff concerning medical issues.
• Respond appropriately during unexpected events, codes, medical emergencies (i.e., seizures). Defibrillation can be done provided there is documentation of annual training (ACLS Certification).
•  Evaluate specific minor illness and injury of patients as defined by approved medical protocols.
• Order safety restraints, when appropriate.
• Collaborate with health care professionals in the planning, implementation and coordination of health teaching and counseling of the patient, family or patient representative. Document patient level of understanding 
•  In collaboration with the Supervising Physician, the NP communicates the plan of care with all referring providers, MD of record, as well as the patient and her family.
  May also be responsible for coordination with other clinical staff, nurses, other physicians involved in the care of patients.
• The NP shall be accountable for maintaining the confidentiality of all patient related information.
• The NP shall abide by all policies & procedures.
• Comply with all OMH regulatory equipment.
  Required Qualifications:
  • Graduation from an accredited NP program, Certification as a PMHNP
  • Current Advance Cardiac Life Support Certification
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification
  • Two years’ experience as an Affiliate Practitioner preferred
  • Current Massachusetts license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner is required
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrate clinical expertise for functioning in an independent role
  • Excellent interpersonal relationships and communication skills for working with patients, families, and other staff
  • Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with physicians and other health care professionals and support staff
  • Ability to be self-directed and demonstrate initiative in addressing responsibilities of the position
  • Ability to complete forms and other paperwork appropriately in a timely manner

Compensation Range:

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. 

NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

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