Aprn/supervisor Of Medical Support Staff

APRN/Supervisor Of Medical Support Staff

Bridges Healthcare, Inc. has an immediate opening for a full-time APRN/Supervisor of Medical Support Staff for our Adult Outpatient, or combination of Adult Outpatient/Child Programs. $123,000 - $125,000 commensurate of experience Full-time/35 hour work week Benefits for the positions include:

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience
• Medical and Dental with significant employer contribution to the premiums and HSA (if chosen as your plan)
• 403(b) with a generous employer contribution
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation with 22 days to start, paid personal days, paid sick time, paid winter holiday break days, plus 11 paid holidays

PURPOSE AND POSITION OVERVIEW

Supervise medical support staff and in collaboration with other health care providers, provide behavioral health services to Bridges clients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform medical psychiatric evaluations.
• Prescribe medication.
• Respond to medical referral line requests.
• Serve as medical consultant in team meeting.
• Supervise Medical Assistant staff
• Serve as back up to Supervisor of Nursing services
• Perform any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Master of Science degree in nursing with Connecticut licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Board certified as either clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner by American Nurses Credentialing Center. Drug Enforcement Agency license (DEA) and Connecticut Controlled Substance Registration. Good communication skills and documentation and computer literacy/skills. Knowledge of psychiatric illness and substance abuse. Experience in counseling/therapeutic methods and practices, prescribing medications, and supervision of staff. Ability to prioritize and organize schedules/demands.

Bridges Healthcare is a valued and trusted community partner. A leading provider of a wide continuum of integrated behavioral health services. An employer of choice and offers staff the opportunity to grow and learn with the organization. Sustained by a diverse funding model that reflects broad-based community support and investment. Well-known and well-regarded for the services and supports we provide. A recognized expert and leader in delivering innovative solutions to behavioral health challenges. A powerful advocate for our clients, services, and improved systems. Bridges is STAR-LRP AND HRSA Approved, and some positions may be eligible for loan repayment through these programs.

Only candidates whose qualifications meet the requirements of the position will be contacted. No phone calls, walk-ins or third parties, please. We regret that we cannot provide relocation assistance for this position. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)