Nurse Practitioner

Bring Your Passion.

We are actively seeking a Nurse Practitioner (FNP or PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to support our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team and Outpatient Program (OPT) in Lumberton, NC. The Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team consists of a community-based group of medical, behavioral health, and rehabilitation professionals who use a team approach to meet the needs of a patient with severe and persistent mental illness. The ACT team assists a patient in advancing toward personal goals with a focus on enhancing community integration. As an ACT Team psychiatric care provider (NP or PA) you are integrated on the team and provide direct services to patients.

Location: Lumberton, NC

Compensation: $130,615 - $144,535

Build Your Purpose.

Carolina Outreach, an ncgCARE partner, is a leading provider of community-based behavioral health services in North Carolina. As part of the ncgCARE network, we are dedicated to improving lives by delivering evidence-based mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults. Our comprehensive range of services include school-based therapy, outpatient treatment, psychiatric evaluations, community support, and substance use services.

Position Description:

• Sees clients for the assessment and treatment of the client’s symptoms and response to medication including side effects; Frequency will vary for each client, with the majority seen within 4 to 6 weeks of last appointment, with many of the contacts being in the community.
• Collaborates with the ACT team leader in sharing overall clinical responsibility for monitoring beneficiary treatment and clinical supervision to the team;
• Actively collaborates with nurses to develop and implement medication administration policies and procedures as well as oversee the medical care of clients that include regular screenings for medical conditions and assessment of wellness and health management;
• Educates non-medical team members on psychiatric and non-psychiatric medications, their side effects, and health-related conditions; provides diagnostic and medication education to beneficiary, with medication decisions based on shared decision making;
• Participates in daily team meetings and treatment planning meetings;
• Provides psychiatric back-up to the program after-hours and weekends.
• Maintain patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations
• Consults with physicians on cases that are beyond the scope of qualification of PMHNP.
• Communicates with patients and engages in follow-up in-between appointments, as necessary.
• Maintain timely patient documentation through our EHR system
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required. Must be open to continuing education.

Position Qualifications.

• Licenses: Nurse Practitioner (FNP or PMHNP) with a current NC license that meets the requirements as specified in 21NCAC 36.0800 with at least three years full-time experience treating individuals with SPMI*;
• Current/Active DEA license/certification
• Be an approved Medicaid biller or eligible to become an approved Medicaid biller.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with strong verbal skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license and minimum state required liability auto insurance;
• Local travel is required
• Proficiency with electronic records management

* SPMI - Severe and Persistent Mental Illness is defined as a mental disorder in adults (18+) that severely impairs daily functioning in areas like self-care, relationships, or employment, requiring long-term support, or is evidenced by receiving SSI/SSDI due to mental illness.

Grow with Us.

Come be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery. As an organization, we have exciting opportunities to be forward-thinking leaders in our field. We want talented individuals to join us, examine our current operations, and create innovative solutions that will revolutionize and enhance the way we approach our work.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from ncgCARE's competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

• Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
• Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.
• Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.
• An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for child care.
• Generous paid time off
• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
• Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)

ncgCARE offers excellent compensation packages including a salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

Equal opportunity employer: ncgCARE and each of its affiliated partners are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristic.

We believe it’s important to create an inclusive workplace for everyone, so please reach out if you need an accommodation in the application or interview process as our goal is to create an environment where you are able to fully participate. You can contact us at [email protected].

ncgCARE participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with ncgCARE will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) of your authorization to work in the United States.

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