Nurse Practitioner - NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities : Job Details

Job Description: Provide diagnostic and therapeutic medical care and services under direct supervision of a licensed physician. Typical duties include caring for adults with developmental disabilities, working with psychiatrists, providing counseling and education, and participating in emergency response teams. Responsibilities also include maintaining medical records, ordering treatment regimens, and performing annual medical assessments. Additional duties include instructing unit personnel, participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, and maintaining leadership roles in applying Sunmount policies. Requirements: * Certified and currently registered as a Nurse Practitioner in a specialty practice area by the New York State Education Department * Meet current requirements for prescribing medication as prescribed by the New York State Board of Nursing * Coincide with the scope of practice performed by an incumbent Benefits: * 13 paid holidays each year * 13 days of paid vacation leave initially * 5 days paid personal leave each year * 13 days of paid sick leave each year * Up to 3 days professional leave each year * Affordable health insurance programs * Family dental and vision plans at no extra cost * Participation in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS) * Training programs and tuition assistance for professional development and education