Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

3 weeks ago


Schenectady, United States Schenectady City School District Full time
Position Title Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Long Term Sub) Required Application Type Teacher / Admin Salary/Pay Scale Starting at $440/day Job Description

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for providing primary mental health care services in a public school. The incumbent must be certified to practice in the specific specialty area of psychiatric evaluation and treatment. The incumbent diagnoses illness and recommends therapeutic and corrective measures. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner may provide evaluative information to students' doctors. The work is performed independently under the appropriate license, collaboration with students' licensed primary physicians or psychologists qualified in the specialty area. The incumbent retains responsibility for the professional tasks performed within his or her scope of practice. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

  • Develops a thorough developmental history with the school's Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW);
  • Assesses data, discriminating between normal and abnormal findings;
  • Assists in diagnosing mental health problems, and prescribes appropriate treatment or makes referrals to appropriate service providers;
  • Assists in the development of an Independent Crisis Management Plan (ICMP) for students at risk of harming themselves or others, in collaboration with the District LCSW and/or Behavioral Specialist;
  • Evaluates the ICMP for effectiveness, and institutes and supports the necessary adjustments or corrections;
  • Initiates and supervises emergency care services, as appropriate, in life threatening situation;
  • Follows up on student care by contacting providers and families and/or conducting home visits;
  • Creates and maintains a variety of records and reports related to the work performed including case histories and medical charts;
  • Participates in staff, quality assurance, peer review and other meetings;
  • Acts as a resource person to staff regarding mental health care and provides mental health care training to staff as required;
  • May instruct, guide and counsel students and/or their families regarding mental health matters;
  • May perform the duties and exercise the responsibilities of a Registered Professional Nurse;
  • Performs related duties as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of mental health diagnosis, assessment, and treatment; thorough knowledge of normal and abnormal signs and symptoms of mental and/or emotional health related to the scope of practice; thorough knowledge of medical terminology related to the scope of practice; good knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations related to the provision of mental health care within the scope of practice; good knowledge of local medical and nursing service providers related to the scope of practice; ability to recognize signs and symptoms associated with changes in the mental and emotional health of students and respond appropriately; ability to initiate and provide emergency mental care services; ability to understand and interpret complex oral instructions and/or written directions; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to create and maintain a variety of records and reports related to the work performed; ability to understand and empathize with the needs and concerns of others.

Civil Service Title Psychiatric Nurse Practicitioner Job Qualifications

New York State certification to practice as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the specialty area(s) related to the work performed.*

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (At the time of appointment)

WHEN PRESCRIBING MEDICATION IS REQUIRED:

Completion of not less than three semester hours or the equivalent in pharmacology in a nurse practitioner educational program registered by the New York State Education Department or a program determined by the department to be equivalent to a registered program.

WHEN TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:

Possession of a valid New York State driver's license appropriate to the vehicles operated or otherwise demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the job.

*Part 64 of the New York State Commissioner of Education Regulations defines the profession of Nurse Practitioners and includes the following specialty areas: Acute Care, Adult Health, College Health, Community Health, Family Health, Gerontology, Holistic Care, Neonatology, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Oncology, Pediatrics, Palliative Care, Perinatology, Psychiatry, School Health and Women's Health.

Application Procedure

Candidates interested in applying must complete an online application. In addition, all applicants are requested to submit a current resume. This is a competitive Schenectady County Civil Service position. Candidates must meet civil service requirements for appointment . Candidates must currently hold this title or be reachable on the civil service list when available. If a list is not available, this will be a provisional appointment and the successful candidate must take the appropriate civil service examination and be reachable.

The Schenectady City School District (SCSD) has begun a period of change that seeks to transform the district and its schools. A significant level of local, state, and federal attention and investment in the Schenectady City Schools has characterized the last few years providing an incredible opportunity to ensure that all of its students graduate prepared to succeed in college or a well-paying career. Currently, the Schenectady City School District is seeking highly competent, motivated, dedicated and fully engaged individuals to accept leadership roles throughout the district's schools and Central Office to serve the academic, emotional and physical needs of approximately 10,000 students through the essential elements of the district's Strategic Plan. The Superintendent is leading a talented and committed leadership team with the aim of moving SCSD toward world class status and preparing all students for success.

The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of the protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the Schenectady City School District recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Office of Human Resources. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with the Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and Bylaws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District.

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