Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner opportunity, supporting our Bay Area Facilities virtually, with some in office care.

Sierra Health and Wellness use evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues. 

Our stunning inpatient facility houses 22 clients who receive specialized and personal care from our staff.  Our historic, remodeled mansion is located in stunning Monterey, with ocean views. Join our team to provide platinum-level care.

Positions available : 

• Full-time, M-F Hybrid - 

• Competitive pay
• 10 days paid vacation
• 10 holidays/ 5 sick days per year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with NO monthly premium for employee
• 401K with a company match of up to 3%
• Employer-paid accident & life Insurance 

• Assume principal responsibility for the medical, psychiatric, and addiction care needs of clients under the direction of the supervising physician.
• Perform History & Physicals and/or review and update outside provider H&Ps for new admissions to residential treatment centers.
• Perform admission assessments and contribute to the development of client-specific treatment plans.
• Assess clients and order medications as necessary to treat identified medical, psychiatric, and/or substance use disorders.
• Order and interpret specific laboratory studies when clinically indicated.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary treatment team members at SHWC.
• Coordinate with clients outside providers, when clinically indicated.
• Counsel and educate clients on medical, psychiatric, and substance use conditions.
• Provide health education to staff (formally and informally) and clients related to medications, psychiatric conditions, substance use disorders, and medical conditions.
• Document in medical records in sufficient detail to Identify goals, interventions, outcomes and effectiveness of treatment.
• Consult with supervising physician for conditions outside of the Nurse Practitioner's scope and/or refer to specialized health resources for treatment.
• Utilize screening tools to monitor the effectiveness of care provided.
• Adhere to infection control measures and maintains a safe environment of care for patients and staff.
• Signs, date and perform all charting, record keeping, and care plans in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provides high-quality client-centered care.
• Validates medication orders are transmitted to pharmacies electronically, or via fax/phone when electronic health record downtimes occur.
• Ensures compliance with all medical/nursing and regulations for The Joint Commission and SAPTA.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Current Registered Nursing (RN) License required
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited University required
• Master's Degree from an accredited nurse practitioner program
• Active registration as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner by the California Board of Registered Nursing 
• Certification from a national accrediting body, such as the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (e.g. Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, etc.)
  • Alternatively, eligibility within 90-days of hire
• Active Nurse Practitioner Furnishing license
  • Alternatively, eligibility within 90-days of hire
• Active DEA number and ability to prescribe buprenorphine products
  • Alternatively, eligibility within 90-days of hire
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Demonstrated experience and education in providing care for clients with mental health and substance use disorders.

Hourly: $76 - $114

The posted pay range is a reasonable estimate that the organization believes in good faith it may pay for this particular job based on the circumstances at the time of posting.  This pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.  Pay may consider several factors including but not limited to internal equity, experience, specialty, training, hours/shifts worked, business need, and education. Pay ranges may be adjusted in the future depending upon many factors including business needs. 
Sierra Health and Wellness is a California network of leading behavioral health and rehab centers for adults and families who suffer from addiction to alcohol, opiates, amphetamines, and other addictive substances.

Sierra Health and Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against applicants, employees, or clients on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by the law, or patients' decisions regarding advance directives. Not all services are available at all offices.

https://www.sierrahealthwellnesscenters.com/