Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Independent Contractor

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) is an independent contractor responsible for the psychiatric oversight of residents (civil and forensic) in Level II Residential Treatment Facilities (RTFs).

• Patients may include those who are voluntary and competent, as well as those who have forensic involvement who are incompetent or not guilty by reason of insanity (NGRI)
• Completion of initial and annual psychiatric evaluations.
• Completion of psychiatric medication management visits every other Monday only, on-site, including holidays, excluding Christmas Day and New Year's Day (alternate dates will be scheduled in advance for these two holidays).
• Visits will include tracking the Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale (AIMS)/Body Mass Index (BMI), along with other vitals as required.
• Available for psychiatric consultation by phone (i.e., verbal orders for changes) as needed, including after hours and holidays.
• Available to participate in monthly telephone supervision with the Medical Director.
• Work cohesively with Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and other members of the treatment team to ensure continuity of care.
• Completing paper and electronic progress notes and limited-service authorizations as required, reviewing and signing treatment plans as an active member of the treatment team.
• Order and review lab testing for clients as needed.
• Provide medication discharge orders/paperwork (i.e., Statement of Self-Preservation, Health Assessment, etc.) and prescriptions to prepare clients for discharge.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $900 per visit - Part-time schedule, which requires every other Monday only.
• On-site location, only

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree with an active Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license.
• An APRN must be authorized to provide these services in accordance with Chapter 464, F.S., and protocols filed with the Florida Board of Nursing.
• Previous experience working in a residential setting is highly desirable.
• Previous experience working with co-occurring disorders and prescribing psychiatric medications is required
• Must obtain/maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.
• May be exposed to communicable diseases and bloodborne pathogens and must wear PPE as required by the exposure control plan and safety protocols.