GILEAD - APRN (16 hrs per week or Per Diem)

About the position

Gilead is seeking a recovery-orientated and caring APRN in our New Britain area to provide substance use disorder (MAT), psychiatric, cooccurring (Psych and SUD), and ongoing medication management to individuals within our 24 bed residential and outpatient programs for 16 hours per week.

This 16 hours per week APRN position offers flexibility in how hours are scheduled. The final schedule may include two full clinic days or several shorter clinic sessions throughout the week, depending on resident census, organizational needs, and candidate availability.

We are also looking for a per diem APRN.

Minimum Requirements

Masters degree in nursing from an accredited program to practice as an Advanced Practical Registered Nurse with Connecticut licensure for Registered Nurse.

Two (2) years of clinical experience, prior medical and clinical experience in the field of mental health and addictions with experience providing MAT services.

Must maintain and provide proof of valid driver’s license and automobile insurance in good standing.

Reliable use of personal vehicle as needed

This is a non-union position, the pay range is $90 per hour - $115 per hour, dependent on level of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Provides psychiatric care to clients by overseeing and prescribing medications for the treatment of behavioral health and substance use disorders.

Provides clinical knowledge regarding severe and prolonged mental health and substance use disorders as well as medical knowledge related to heath and well being.

Conducts psychiatric evaluations, Mental Status Exams for all newly admitted clients as well as follow-up appointments as needed.

Makes appropriate referrals for acute, chronic and preventative behavioral/medical health care.

Practices appropriate follow up to special needs clients, including ordering of labs and diagnostic imaging consultation as indicated.

Coordinates patient care with colleagues, nursing staff, reception, clinicians, case management staff and other agencies as necessary. Assesses clinical risk factors and performs crisis evaluations as needed.

Contributes to bio-psychosocial assessments, diagnosis, treatment plans and goals.

Supports the processes for all contractual agreements, certifications or licensing regulations including but not limited to the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), CARF, and Department Public Health (DPH).

Maintains and implements the Recovery philosophies with direct implications to staff, clients, family, and community development.

Participates in clinical meetings and ad hoc work groups in an effort to carry out the mission of the program within and outside of the organization.

Consults with psychiatrist(s) regarding medical and mental health needs regarding risk management.

Educates clients on preventive behavioral/medical health care and chronic disease management or refers to appropriate resources or agencies.

Provides 65% of time working directly with clients.

Working closely with pharmacies to facilitate proper pharmaceutical care

Completing all necessary documentation in a thorough and timely manner

Benefits

Hands-on learning experience and mentorship

Paid training, education, and certification as necessary (including CPR training)

Opportunities for growth within Gilead

Gilead employees are held to standards and regulations set by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and other regulatory bodies. These standards are outlined in Gilead’s “Standards of Conduct” policy. It’s important that these standards and regulations are met through all duties performed, outcomes achieved, and conditions kept within the organization.