Jobs in this family are healthcare professionals who work in collaboration with a physician to diagnose illness, develop and manage treatment plans, and prescribe medications.

Jobs and Descriptions

Nurse Practitioner

Advance Practice Provider accountable for assessment, diagnosis, evaluation and determination of patient treatment plan and processes. Performs medical procedures and the delivery of patient care that are allowed within the governance that manages the work of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses. Does discharge planning taking into consideration patient environment and skills. Accountable for all required documentation in accordance with medical policies, practices and protocols. Typically reports to a Physician or Medical Director. If employed by a regulatory entity, employees may be responsible for compliance, investigations, and administrative duties not associated with patient care. Employee supervision includes hire recommendations; training; work planning, assignments, and review; and performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline. Supervision at this level also requires these employees to have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen.

Typically requires licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and nationally board certified.

OCCU: 9218
Pay Grade: MED05

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Advance Practice Provider accountable for assessment, diagnosis, evaluation and determination of patient treatment plan and processes. Employees at this level perform more complex medical procedures and oversee the delivery of specialized patient care that is allowed within the governance that manages the work of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses. Does discharge planning taking into consideration patient environment and skills. Accountable for all required documentation in accordance with medical policies, practices and protocols. Typically reports to a Physician or Medical Director.

Typically requires a Nurse Practitioner Degree in Family Psychiatric Mental Health or Adult Psychiatric Mental Health, licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, 0-3 years of experience, and nationally board certified.

OCCU: 9219
Pay Grade: MED06