Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

• Obtains initial database and provides for further data collection including biopsychosocial assessment and history and physical exam as directed by the physician. 
• Consults with the physician and/or Director regarding treatment decisions, release of information and subpoenas.
• Completes client notes (including the CPT codes and charge codes) in the EHR at the end of each day.
• Makes referrals to community agencies to ensure continuity of care, while at all times maintaining confidentiality of the client.
• Obtains signatures and releases of information as needed from each client.
• Participates in a variety of educational activities in order to maintain and increase competence.
• Keeps all licenses and certifications current. Completes all annual employee requirements prior to evaluation date.
• Maintains privacy of all client information by securely storing any paper documents at the end of each day.
• Strives to maintain a good rapport with fellow workers and is active in promoting a positive, cooperative working environment. Maintains good interdepartmental relationships.
• Maintains a good work record. Reports to work on time and has limited absences and timely notification of any illness or absence.
• Shows flexibility in work hours and duties as needed.
• Effectively promotes Clinical Psychiatry and Clinical Counseling Department in a positive manner. Supports the goals and mission of JCMH and displays a positive attitude toward the hospital to the public.
• Interacts with physicians, other staff members, clients and their families in a professional, cooperative and courteous manner.
• Develops and maintains a positive, professional working relationship with other community agencies.
• Wears hospital identification while on duty.
• Ensures promptness in seeing clients and limits sessions to appropriate timeframe.

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

• Performs other duties as assigned by the physician and supports his/her directives.
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality treatment in a cost effective manner.
• Maintains the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.
• Maintains knowledge of treatment approaches that are effective with particular populations.
• Charts progress notes within 2 working days of client’s appointment.
• Understands the importance of communication and the consistency of messages conveyed to the clients, employees and other members of the treatment team.
• Identifies knowledge and skill needs through self-assessment, peer review and supervisor review.

Education/Regulatory Requirements:

• Master’s Degree
• Current Oklahoma licensure as a nurse practitioner with certification in the area of mental health. 
• Previous work history that demonstrates steady attendance and punctuality is required.

Experience:

• Applicable and recent documented experience (may be a part of Nurse Practitioner education).
• Two years experience in a mental health setting preferred.

Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to provide quality treatment in a cost effective manner.
• Maintains the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.
• Ability to work as an effective member of the treatment team.
• Maintains knowledge of treatment approaches that are effective with particular populations.

Physical Demands:

• For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see attached description. Near visual & hearing acuity required to perform essential duties of position. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.