Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

Who We Are:

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve.  We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.

Position Overview

Summary

The Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner position provides medical assistance to the clients served through NYAP providing medication assessment and treatment as well as performing physical assessments and treating acute or minor illnesses as needed. This is a remote position for Kentucky applicants.

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
• Perform assessments on each client upon arrival and intake.
• Diagnose health issues; detect changes in a patient’s health and change treatment plans as necessary.
• Prescribe and administer medicines and treatments as necessary.
• Ensure necessary medication prior authorizations or special clearances for medications are completed.
• Evaluate responses to treatments and medications.
• Order and perform diagnostic tests as necessary.
• Identify abnormal findings and notify the client’s physician or consulting physicians.
• Assure the need for medical treatment for illnesses and/or injuries are being met.
• Assure the administration and implementation of physician orders, and when appropriate, educate the appropriate staff on administering medication and/or treatment as needed.
• Assure all documentation and required record keeping is completed in a timely manner.
• Assess minor illnesses and administer non-prescription medications per approved Standing Orders Policy.
• Assure the program’s compliance with Medical Policies and Procedures as well as Standing Orders.
• Maintain clinical supervision with a licensed psychiatrist according to state regulations.
• Maintain appropriate liability insurance per NYAP guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited nursing program.
• Must be an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with valid licensure and be board certified by the Kentucky Board of Nursing.
• Must have prescription authorization and medical malpractice insurance.
• Willingness to treat children, adolescents, and adults is required.
• Must be available for on-call phone consultations as needed.
• Must maintain compliance with required training programs.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, database programs, e-prescriber services, and electronic medical records.
• Must be willing to provide services via secure telehealth modalities approved by NYAP. 

Other Skills

• Reliable transportation with a safe driving record.
• Reliable, working telephone.
• Reliable internet services.
• Openness to working in diverse groups.

If this describes YOU, please apply today!

www.nyap.org/employment

COVID-19 Considerations:

We are safely and successfully working out in the community and in-home settings.

Covid-19 Vaccination Note:

In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, NYAP is strongly encouraging all employees become fully vaccinated against COVID by November 1, 2021. Documentation will be required.  The State of IL has a separate mandate,

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The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds. 

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

Our organization was established in Ohio and is now in 10 states. We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families.  We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes major medical, dental, vision, 401K, student loan assistance and generous paid time off.  If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.