Nurse Practitioner - Mental Health

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : The PMHNP is a licensed independent practitioner with advanced education and national certification who provides evidence-based care for a population of patients. Duties will vary based on grade. At the full performance level, functions of assigned duties will include: Major duties and responsibilities of the position: Uses advanced clinical judgment to independently provide evidence-based treatment to Veterans with acute or chronic mental illness including use of psychotropic medications ,psychotherapy, and other modalities. Provides patient and family education on medical/MH conditions, preventive measures,and prescribed treatments. Demonstrates leadership and engages in collaboration with other MH and specialty careprofessionals while involving Veterans and their families (as appropriate), in treatmentplan development. Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Counsels and treats patients with substance use disorders. Orders and interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies. Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services. Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence. CLINICAL PRACTICE: Influences and models the delivery of evidence-based health care, demonstrating expertise in the ability to manage a patient panel, population, or program. Expectations: Independently practices as a PMHNP, utilizing evidenced-based practice guidelines in the delivery of high-quality care. Collaborates with patients, families, and the health care team to develop and implement treatment plans and evaluate health outcomes. Demonstrates critical thinking in assessing and managing complex clinical situations. Leads the delivery of care to assure continuity of care and peer accountability for practice, improving outcomes of panel/program. LEADERSHIP: Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams informed by structured approaches and processes to improve outcomes that positively impact care for a patient panel, population, or program. Expectations: Demonstrates positive effective communication skills and professionalism that promote cooperation and teamwork with internal and external customers. Works effectively as a leader in planning and facilitating systematic change to improve outcomes. Collaborates with stakeholders to improve patient care, staff development, and performance measures. Participates as a member or leader in formal/informal workgroups or interdisciplinary teams. Leads within a High Reliability Organization (HRO) framework. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Acquires knowledge and skills, then disseminates acquired information within and/or outside the medical facility. Expectations: Acquires and disseminates knowledge that impacts patient outcomes. Educates and/or mentors' colleagues and/or students. Assumes responsibility and accountability for evaluating progress toward professionalcareer goals. PROFESSIONALISM/COLLEGIALITY: Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams developing systems that positively impact outcomes at the panel, population, or program. Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior, promoting cooperation and teamwork. Expectations: Utilizes cultural sensitivity, listening and communication skills in leading team(s). Role models high standards of professional and ethical conduct. Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Tota

Salaire : $142,918 – $207,183/Per Year | Avantages : http://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/benefits/index.asp

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans? VA Portland Health Care System is a Complexity Level 1a Facility and provides extensive primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary care in outpatient, inpatient, residential, and community settings. VAPORHCS is a multi-site medical system that includes a major medical facility in Portland, Oregon, outpatient and residential facilities in Vancouver, Washington, and 10 Community Based Outpatient Clinics.