Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)

Job Number: 24-12287

Job Summary: This position is a part time, up to 14 hours split between RA1SE and SMART. RA1SE is focused on working with individuals 15-30 years of age that have experienced their first episode of psychosis. SMART is focused on providing a community corrections-based substance abuse treatment and offender rehabilitation program for adult males and females.
The position is split between locations in the agency, including 1165 Airport Blvd, Austin and 5015 S. IH-35, Suite 200, Austin. 

Under the supervision of a licensed physician, serves as a provider in a community mental health setting providing medical services within scope of license, training, credentialing, and current standards of care and per quality criteria of the employer. Determines and documents evidence of psychopathology, if present, and makes a diagnostic formulation. Assesses client's needs and options to satisfy the requirements of the case. Discusses with the client his/her findings and recommendations. Decides whether initiation of treatment is urgent: medication, labs, other diagnostic tests, hospitalization, social setting, detox program; verifies that written consent for medication of client has been secured, documents therapist's plan and/or completes other referral/medical forms as appropriate. With consent of client, carries out treatment plan, documents in prescribed manner the interactions during sessions and progress of therapy. Discusses his/her opinions and/or findings with therapists and makes recommendations when indicated. Works harmoniously with Unit Manager(s), Medical Director and Chief Medical Officer to define and deliver quality clinical medical care for all clients with the units

Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule.

Integral Care employees are to be committed to fostering an open, inclusive, and supportive environment that welcomes and embraces diversity in all forms. Integral Care defines diversity broadly to include race, ethnicity, abilities (mental/physical), gender, gender identity, immigrant status, language, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, age, and other groups.

Integral Care employees are to strive to maintain a trauma sensitive workplace, to embrace trauma sensitive and informed practices, and to foster a supportive and welcoming environment of care.

Education:

Required:

  • Master's degree in Nursing.

License:

Required:

  • Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse-Psychiatric Mental Health or Physician Assistant in Texas.
  • DEA license.
  • Current and valid Driver's License and a clean driving record.

Experience:

Preferred:

  • One year of clinical experience in mental illness, substance abuse and/or emotional problems.
  • Bilingual preferred. 

Hours: Part-Time. 

Workhours: Varies.

Workdays: Varies.

Salary: $43,176.35 - $63,721.70 annually based on licensure. 

Why join us: Integral Care has proudly served Travis County residents for the past 50 years. As the largest provider of behavioral health services in Travis County, we are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

By joining our team, you will find rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we can help improve the quality of life for the people we serve. Imagine your career at Integral Care!

Integral Care strives to maintain a diverse workforce. We encourage all to apply, including those who have knowledge and/or experience working with underserved populations, including Asian and Pacific Islander, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, and LGBTQA communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sex or age.

For specific positions, additional compensation may be available to those who are bilingual in both English and one of the following languages: Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, or Burmese. (PM16)

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