We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join our multidisciplinary medical team in Springfield, Massachusetts. The APRN plays a key clinical role in delivering psychiatric and medical services to individuals in detox and residential treatment.
Requirements
- Provide advanced nursing expertise for the design and execution of medical and clinical activities in accordance with each patient’s treatment plan.
- Conduct psychiatric and physical assessments, medication management, and consultations within scope of APRN practice.
- Assess and assure the appropriateness of patient admissions and ongoing care.
- Provide after-hours on-call coverage for emergency psychiatric or medical needs.
- Attend and contribute to interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate patient care.
- Deliver in-service training to staff as needed.
- Participate in facility performance improvement and utilization review activities.
- Conduct peer reviews and contribute to the development and evaluation of policies and procedures.
- Assist in developing a network of community resources for post-discharge continuity of care.
- Collaborate with executive and clinical leadership on policies related to patient care.
- Ensure timely and accurate documentation of assessments, orders, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
- Provide consultation to patients and their families as appropriate.
- Maintain a current collaborative agreement and prescriptive authority with the Medical Director.
- Provide on-site services according to facility schedule and agreement.
- Support and comply with infection control standards and collaborate with the Infection Control Nurse.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and Joint Commission standards.
- Uphold all safety, risk management, and workplace policies.
- Coordinate clinical services under the guidance of the Medical Director, Clinical Director, and Director of Nursing.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off
- Continuing Education & Professional Development Opportunities