STGi
Location
El Paso, Texas
Job Type
Full-Time
Work Mode
In-Person
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The PMHNP functions within the scope of his/her specialty under the clinical oversight of the Chief of Psychiatry, the Clinical Director (or designee), a designated consulting psychiatrist, and in accordance with a completed IHSC Scope of Practice agreement.
The PMHNP operates under well-accepted practices and principles of psychiatric and medical care providers and in accordance with the IHSC Scope of Practice and as outlined in
IHSC Policy. The incumbent consults with the Clinical Director (or designee), Psychiatrist, and other behavioral health providers for management of complex psychiatric conditions and in accordance with IHSC policy.
The PMHNP works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. The incumbent coordinates mental health patient care, and collaborative duties through scheduled appointments, sick call, or walk-ins.
The PMHNP diagnoses and treats acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. This includes providing counseling, support, and prescribing various medications in accordance with the approved IHSC Scope of Practice and in accordance with IHSC policy. The incumbent coordinates off-site care as required
Maintains safety when dispensing medications and is continually cognizant of the potential hazard of drug hoarding and trafficking among detainees
Provides urgent or emergent mental health evaluation and initiates appropriate action based upon IHSC operating memorandums and policies, to include emergent use of involuntary chemical restraint.
Follows IHSC policies in the management of significant mental illness including prevention of homicidal/suicidal ideation, plan or intent.
STGi is hiring for this PMHNP position. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners play a critical role in addressing the growing demand for mental health services across the United States. This employer is actively seeking qualified candidates to join their team.
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Working with the patient’s local primary care provider (PCP) to coordinate care for any identified medical concerns.
Using IHSC video teleconferencing equipment and electronic medical records (EMR) software to examine and record the patient’s plan of care.
If a Medical Housing Unit is onsite, may admit, discharge, and perform daily rounds on patients and notify Clinical Director (or designee) of any abnormal findings.
Carries out orders authorized by the physician.
Provides relevant health education to detainees verbally and/or with handouts.
Completes all initial, annual and ad hoc training as required/assigned.
Completes and passes all discipline specific competencies testing, initially and annually.
Assists in the orientation and training of medical and mental health personnel in mental health policy and procedures.
Maintains functional proficiency and ease of use utilizing electronic health records as required by, and appropriate to, the position.
Performs record keeping functions in accordance with program policies and position.
Documents all detainee encounters using the SOAP note format and signs/name stamps note
Utilizes designated medical record system or electronic health record.
Documents psychiatric problems on the problem list in the detainee medical record.
Solicits and reviews mental health records for detainees.
Maintains patient confidentiality, and confidentiality of medical records, in compliance with the Privacy Act and HIPAA regulations in all work activities.
Adheres to, and maintains awareness of, IHSC Policies, Procedures, Directives, Operational Memoranda and accreditation standards as prescribed by ICE/IHSC.
Assists with preparation for accreditation and ongoing compliance with standards as assigned.
Adheres to IHSC’s Safety, Prevention, Infection and Control, Quality Improvement, Patient Education and other programs and collateral duties as appropriate to position. Participates in quality assurance/quality improvement activities as assigned.
Attends general/mental health staff meetings
Performs other duties as assigned.
