Behavioral Health Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber
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Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin. BETTER TOGETHER The Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP) functions as an independent healthcare provider with an advanced degree of knowledge, skill and expertise in history taking, physical and mental status exam, medical and psychiatric evaluation, treatment, and clinical management of members. The APNP provides outpatient mental health and psychiatric assessment, treatment, education and consultation services to patients seen in the Behavioral Health Department. The incumbent prescribes and manages psychotropic medications for patients as indicated, and works in a collaborative relationship with other GHC-SCW health care physicians and practitioners. The Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber receives clinical direction from, and collaborates with, the Medical Director for Behavioral Health, and receives administrative supervision and direction from the Director, Behavioral Health, with additional accountabilities to Staff Psychiatrists and the Chief Medical Officer. JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS
The incumbent knows and abides by all Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin (GHC-SCW) organizational and departmental policies, sets personal standards and strives for high quality work in completing assignments, performs job duties in a timely manner, and represents the organization in a positive manner. The incumbent understands our Mission, Vision, and Common Values (stated below) and is committed to promote these values in behavior and attitude. Our Mission Statement: We partner with members and the communities we serve to maximize health and well-being. Our Vision: As a local, not-for-profit, member-owned Cooperative, we are the most trusted resource for lifelong health and well-being in the communities we serve. Our Values
We believe: Healthcare is a human right. In treating all people with dignity and respect. There is strength in diversity. Equity celebrates our humanity. We are better together. Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. GHC-SCW considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. |