Job Information
Colorado State University Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant- PRN in Fort Collins, Colorado
Position Information
Classification TitleTemporary Hourly
Employment CategoryTemporary
Is this an Hourly position?Yes
Work Hours/Week0-40
Overtime Eligible?Yes
Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?No
Description of Work Unit
Medical Services
The Medical Clinic at the CSU Health Network provides acute and chronic care to CSU students by appointments and on a walk-in basis for urgent concerns. Primary care physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners care for students, with emphasis on preventive care, education, and continuity. The medical staff are supported by a full range of laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, physical therapy, psychiatry, optometry, and nutrition services on site, behavioral health and integrated care with counseling staff enhances the treatment of students with behavioral health concerns. Minor procedures are performed in the clinic. The Medical Clinic provides services between the hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday-Friday, providing attractive work schedules for staff.
CSU Health Network
The CSU Health Network ( CSUHN ) at Colorado State University provides a full range of cost-effective mental health and primary care medical services on campus, referral for community specialty care, and comprehensive health education and prevention services programming. Services such as physical therapy, dentistry, and optometry are available. The CSU Health Network is active in creating a healthy campus environment to support learning and success. For more information about the CSU Health Network at Colorado State University, seehttps://health.colostate.edu/
Why work at Colorado State University?
CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!”
We are looking to add individuals to our team who have the following characteristics:
Confidence – they expect success in what they do
Compassion – they have genuine care and concern for others
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence – they engage principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in all they do, valuing a supportive community where everyone’s contributions are valued, and all voices are heard
Empowerment – they use their knowledge and skills to adjust, change, and improve daily tasks/work for themselves and others
Integrity – they are honest, and others trust them
Responsibility – they take ownership of decisions and actions
Benefit offerings:
Healthcare Reform Affordable Care Act federal regulations determine eligibility. CSU provides an offer of coverage when criteria is met
FAMLI Insurance Program when criteria is met
Sick Leave – accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year
Paid malpractice coverage
Robust Employee Assistant Program
CARE Program (https://commitmenttocampus.colostate.edu/rams-for-rams/)
Retirement Programs
While employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University’s Defined Contribution Plan ( DCP ) or the Public Employee’s Retirement Plan ( PERA ) of Colorado.
Top Public Research University
Colorado State University is one of the nation’s top public research universities and an institution on the rise. In the last decade, CSU has:
Produced record enrollment
Built on all-time highs in student diversity and student success
Delivered groundbreaking research driven by a highly productive faculty
Revitalized campus through a transformational building campaign
Shaped an unrivaled learning environment where nine of 10 recent graduates say they would choose CSU again and rate their education as excellent
Campus Culture and Principles of Community
Colorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – reflect our core values and support CSU’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Each member of our community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University. For more information visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/.
Tobacco and Smoke-Free
Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings.
Live in Fort Collins
Fort Collins has been home to CSU since the University’s inception in 1870. It is a vibrant, friendly city of 161,000 tucked against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Northern Colorado, 60 miles from Denver. The strong local economy is noted particularly for a broad range of outdoor activities and a thriving arts and entertainment industry.
Search Contact EmailTammy.Roehrich@colostate.edu
Position Summary
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatric Physician Assistant – PRN provides outpatient adult and occasionally adolescent psychiatric evaluations, medication management and brief psychotherapy. This position is responsible for Psychiatric assessments and management, ordering and interpreting tests, and documenting in the electronic health record; Assesses patient progress and modifies treatment plans accordingly; Institutes emergency hospitalizations for patients in crisis for their safety and stabilization when needed; Refers patients to community providers when needed; Provides tele psychiatry services through video/phone conferencing.
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Psychiatric Physician Assistant – PRN is a Temporary Hourly position, works a schedule of 0-40 hours per week, and works a variable schedule with no guaranteed hours.
Position Minimum Qualifications
Education/Certification
Possession of a master’s degree or higher as an advanced practice nurse or physician assistant
Possession of a current DEA number for authorization of prescriptive privileges, or the ability to obtain one by the start date
Possession of Colorado Prescriptive Authority
Possession of a current Colorado Medical License, or the ability to obtain one by the start date
Experience
- Two years of experience working as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant with psychiatric certification in a family, adult or college setting with a broad range of clinical experience in mental health care
Preferred Qualifications
Certification
- Certified by the ANCC as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner; or NCCPA as a Psychiatric Physician Assistant by having completed the certificate of added qualification ( CAQ ) in Psychiatry
Experience
Three years of experience working as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant with psychiatric certification in a family, adult or college setting with a broad range of clinical experience in mental health care
Experience or willingness to work in an integrated health care setting
Experience working with an electronic health record system
Experience working with a young adult/college aged population
Experience working with ADHD , depression, anxiety disorder and bipolar disorder
Comfort working with patients with moderately complex mental health needs
Knowledge, Skill, Ability, Other Characteristics
Knowledge, experience and willingness to work with diverse populations and historically marginalized populations
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary health care team
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with policies of the CSU Health Network, Colorado State University, state, federal and HIPAA requirements
Ability to advance the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion
Interest in the wellness of students and their family members and respect for the role of patients in the decision making process
Ability to work in a remote location from the Health Network to provide independently computer based tele psychiatry services if needed
Experience or interest working with patients suffering from Eating Disorders
Experience with, or knowledge and interest, in treating substance use disorder
Application of evidence based prescribing approach
Ability to analyze policies, programs, and initiatives to make recommendations for quality improvement
A personal or professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through active planning and purposeful effort
Posting Details
Working TitlePsychiatric Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant- PRN
Posting Number202400259T
DepartmentHealth Network Medical
Salary Range$54.00 - $85.00/per hour
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
Review our detailed benefits information here.
Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/) .
For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) .
Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) !
Close Date05/05/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. Applicants needing assistance to submit application materials may contact Tammy Roehrich atTammy.Roehrich@colostate.edu.
Complete applications must include:
Cover letter addressing Required Job Qualifications, Preferred Job Qualifications and Essential Job Duties
Resume
For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11:59 pm Mountain Time on Sunday, May 5, 2024.
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Job Duties
Job Duty CategoryPatient Care
Duty/Responsibility
Provides outpatient adult, and occasionally adolescent, psychiatric evaluations.
Provides ongoing mental health care, including medication management and brief psychotherapy.
Responsible for ordering and interpreting tests and documenting in the electronic health record.
Assesses patient progress and modifies treatment plans accordingly.
Institutes emergency hospitalization for patients in crisis for their safety and stabilization when needed.
Involves the family or a supportive person into the student’s health care if needed.
Provides tele psychiatry services remotely, when needed, via video/phone conferencing with the patient/their family.
Promotes the equality of the mental health care for all patients.
Respects and supports diversity and equality of the health care.
Follows guidance for standard of care as well as guidance for documentation of provided care.
Other job duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time85%
Job Duty CategoryCare Coordination
Duty/Responsibility
Works with other psychiatric providers and support staff to provide optimal patient care.
Consults with psychiatrists, medical providers and counselors at the CSU Health Network, CSU campus and community entities as needed. May consult and coordinate with student’s family as appropriate.
Participates in integrated health care delivery systems by seeking collaboration and being an active member of teams.
Percentage Of Time10%
Job Duty CategoryCommittees, Meetings, and Educational Activities
Duty/Responsibility
Participates in required meetings, educational activities and continuing education to maintain license and certification.
May serve as a clinical preceptor for Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant students as time allows.
Participates on CSU Health Network and University committees as appropriate.
Percentage Of Time5%
References
Minimum References Required3
Maximum References Required3
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents