Nurse Practitioner

Lutheran Social Services of IL
paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, 403(b)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jan 25, 2025
Description Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is a not-for-profit social service agency with more than 70 program sites throughout the state of Illinois. Our services include counseling, mental health, substance abuse treatment, housing, work with prisoners and their families and services for older adults and a variety of services for children including preschool, foster care, and adoption. Behavioral Health Services of LSSI is hiring a part-timeNurse Practitioner. The Nurse Practitioner's leadership is a multidimensional activity that includes the direction and oversight of administrative, operational, educational, and clinical actions related to patient care activities in the Substance Use Service Line programs, including providing access to FDA-approved forms of medications to be used in the delivery of services in the Residential Rehabilitation programs. It assures that care provided by Substance Use Service Line program personnel meets the standards of quality medical and psychiatric care including integration of physical healthcare, Mental Health, and SUD treatment. The Nurse Practitioner's oversight is a cooperative effort requiring other Substance Use Service Line clinicians and staff working together for effective treatment and service delivery. The Nurse Practitioner must have a collaborative and cooperative approach to working with Substance Use leadership and staff, as there are many who will work in concert to ensure the Substance Use Service Line programs are functioning optimally. The Nurse Practitioner role is one of guidance, standard setting, monitoring, and assuring the delivery of a good standard of care for persons being treated and served by the Substance Use Service Line programs. The Nurse Practitioner should be a role model in their interactions with others for delivery of care that is recovery oriented, customer centered, culturally competent, inclusive, and welcoming of diversity. The Nurse Practitioner is a medically qualified prescriber with the ability to provide psychiatric and medical services focused on health promotion and addiction recovery. Provide evidence-based prescribing practices and interventions with an emphasis on shared decision-making, tailoring treatment to an individual client's symptoms and preferences, and assessment of therapeutic response and side-effects for individuals participating in programs under the umbrella of LSSI's Substance Use Service Line. Benefits and Perks: *LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others,as well as these career advantages:* On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet. Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure. Opportunity for advancement. Salary $125-$175/Hourly. 12 hours a week. Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours. The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed! Essential Functions: The Nurse Practitioner must be a qualified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, or certified Physician's Assistant with the authority to ensure the medical component of care and the delivery of services, including clinical oversight, and compliance with regulations and policies/procedures. The specific responsibilities include the following: Complete psychiatric evaluations and/or medical assessments to ensure that substance use clients receive appropriate evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and/or medical screening. Prescribe medication, as indicated. Facilitate appropriate referrals and linkages, as indicated. Provide oversight and sign-off of treatment plans for each patient/client, which may include administration and supervision of medication, consultation to staff, reviewing medical records, and signing of clinical documentation, including electronic health records and signing completed insurance forms. Prescribe medications to patients/clients in accordance with established protocols and timely completion of all prescriptions. Participate as a member of the Substance Use Service Line programs. Provide counsel on implementation processes, decisions, and help support the clinical quality of Substance User Service Line programs. Consult Medical Director for complex clients, treatment decisions, and any areas of clinical concerns. Work with program administration to ensure that a high level of customer service and care is provided. Provide input to help support improvements in order to meet clinical benchmarks. Participate in the development and implementation of clinically relevant, outcome evaluation processes. Position Qualifications: Medical Degree or Master of Science in Nursing is required. 1-3 years of experience in behavioral health, community health, and/or substance use field is preferred. Active Illinois License (APRN, PA-C, or MD) in good standing with practice authority to provide Medication Management services is required. Annual TB test is required. Background check clearance is required. Excellent communication, organization, presentation and pc/computer skills (including proficiency with Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) along with other related software. Proficiency in EHR documentation and review. Familiarity with accreditation and licensure standards. Excellent written and verbal communication. Access to reliable transportation. Valid Driver's License in good standing for the state of residency and insurance. Valid Illinois statutory and liability insurance coverage is required. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.