In anticipation of a future government contract award, GiaCare Inc. is accepting applications for Civilian Nurse Practitioners - Psychiatric to work at the Branch Health Clinic, in Oceana, Virginia.
Qualifications:
Degree/Education: Master's Degree in Nursing. Have successfully completed thirty (30) hours of education in pharmacology for advance nursing practice.
Certifications: Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or national certification for specialty area of practice, as appropriate. Basic Life Support (BLS).
Licensure/Registration: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse Practitioner.
Experience: One year of experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Pracdtitioner. Have the ability and training to prescribe to, and manage patients on psychiatric medications
*Provide two (2) letters of recommendation from practicing physicians. At least one (1) of the letters must be from a supervisor
Duties:
- Diagnose and treat patients with common acute conditions, chronic illnesses, or minor trauma within accepted protocols, clinical practice guidelines, Nurse Practice Acts, and/or in consultation with a physician.
- Promote preventive care and health maintenance including annual physicals, positive health behaviors and self-care through both formal and individual education and counseling.
- Communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of people for the purpose of informing the healthcare team of plans/actions, for teaching/education to benefit the patient/family and organization.
- Recognize conditions that require isolation and ensure universal precautions are used in all patient encounters.
- Attend staff meetings to provide case discussion, continuing education, and continuous quality improvement and safety.
As a GiaCare employee, you may enjoy the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance (GiaCare pays for GiaCare employee medical benefits)
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401k (Non-matching)
- Employee Referral Program
**GiaCare is an equal opportunity employer**
