The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) at a Community Health & Behavioral Services (CBHS) Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) provides integrated, patient-centered primary care and preventative physical health services within a behavioral health setting. The FNP delivers comprehensive medical assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and health education to individuals across the lifespan, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support whole-person care. This role emphasizes culturally competent, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented approaches, in alignment with CCBHC standards and NYS regulations. They coordinate and supervise patient care delivered by other health care personnel such as RNs and LPNs.

Our NPs work with other healthcare practitioners to ensure that our patients receive appropriate, timely and well-coordinated care. They consult with other practitioners and provide clinical consultations as well. NPs identify when their patients require further evaluation or specialized care and make appropriate referrals. New York law requires NPs practice pursuant to a written practice agreement with a practice agreement with a collaborating physician except when an NP qualifies for and chooses to practice more autonomously and have collaborative relationships with physicians and/or a hospital. This role emphasizes culturally competent, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented approaches, in alignment with CCBHC standards and NYS regulations.

Core Responsibilities

Conduct physical examinations.
Order medication and diagnostic tests; interpret and evaluate such tests; sign orders.
Diagnose and treat medical problems.
Collaborate with physicians and other practitioners.
Perform employee exposure incident review and counsel as necessary.
Utilize established protocols to manage physical health needs and emotional problems.
Communicate with agency staff, participants and parents, as necessary, regarding health problems.
Participate in activities as part of the treatment team that may include meetings, trainings and committees.
Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards.

Qualifications

Valid New York State licensure and current NYS registration as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Valid New York State licensure and current NYS registration as a Registered Nurse.
Current Controlled Substance Registration (DEA) Certificate.
Minimum of Master’s Degree or alternative pathway approved by NYS Office of Professions for licensure.
American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP) certificate.
1-3 years of related experience.
Experience with diverse populations preferred (i.e., mental health, co-occurring disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities)
Must have a NYS valid Driver’s License

Benefits

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
Direct Deposit
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Plan 403(b)
Life Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
Tuition Reimbursement
Service Awards
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Discounts

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org

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