Location: Philadelphia, MS
event coordination for continued public health nursing education, and fundraising and grant writing capacity for long-term development and growth of the organization's legal services offered to underserved low-income mothers. The VISTA will support NFP to maintain strong relationships with program partners and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and integration of services to improve the lives of Philadelphia families struggling with housing and other legal issues.
Responsibilities: Streamline data collection and management for the NLP staff to improve efficiency of tracking client information for accurate and timely follow up for necessary services. Research funding
opportunities and fundraising for sustainability of the NLP. Create documentation for processes for continued trainings for public health nurses and schedule for nursing educational event coordination.
Research training opportunities and curriculum materials developed by NLP attorneys and NFP/Mabel Morris staff. Skills: An interest in public health work with urban, marginalized populations. An interest in improving health outcomes in low-income communities. The ability to work independently and problem solve. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills. Post-high school education in education, business, public health, social work or other health or human
service curriculum. Experience: Experience in the fields of nursing, social work, public health, or related areas.
Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Commitment/Duration: One year. Salary: $676 (before taxes) biweekly living stipend. Educational award contingent upon completion of service. For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_philadelphia-c436735/nurse-family-partnership-legal-services-vista-philadelphia_i1959778921
must be provided in a manner that upholds the health center's mission and quality standards, results in better patient health outcomes and provider and patient satisfaction, and strengthens the operational and fiscal capacity of the health center. The nurse practitioner reports to the Network Clinical Director.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide primary care services. Work within all state and federal laws and regulations and the agreement with the collaborative physician. Manage acute and chronic health problems using evidence-based protocols. Provide health screenings, immunizations and other disease prevention programs. Advance the role of advanced practice nurses in underserved
areas through advocacy and other professional activities. Notify immediate supervisor of significant problems. Provide age-appropriate backssment and interventions in order to meet the needs of patients and/or families served Provides patient/family education, health counseling, and health advocacy services to patients and/or their families.
Be willing to work occasional weekends. Provide age appropriate immunizations Collaborate with community health nurse on care and follow-up Participate, as needed, in public health management of communicable diseases in shelters and in other health initiatives Maintain positive relationships with funding sources and community organizations. Perform
other related tasks and duties as directed and assigned.
Work as a member of the Primary Care Medical Home team to provide integrated health services Document all services in a timely manner Supervise staff as appropriate Act in the capacity of a mandated reporter to both the State of Pennsylvania and the Joint Commission Skills: Ability to engage resistant clientinteractiontensive knowledge of current health care needs of the homeless and mentally ill adults. Ability to collect adequate client data, conduct a physical exam, interpret physical findings and manage or refer patients as conditions or protocols dictate Good verbal communication and writing skills Computer skills Ability to communicate and work with homeless, mentally ill adults Ability to prioritize and organize work day to meet changing needs of program and clients Ability to work within a team framework and respond positively to team members concerns Ability to track work to completion and compile reports Bilingual in Spanish and English Experience: Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania.
Three (3) years of nursing experience, at least two (2) of which shall have been as an Advanced Practice Nurse in a related specialty, required. One (1) year of supervisory/managerial experience preferred Education: Licensed as and RN and APN Nurse Practitioner Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
Excellent benefits package Grade 24For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_philadelphia-c436735/bilingual-adultfamily-nurse-practitioner-pt-philadelphia_i1959976396
health centers to diverse and underserved populations. This position will report to the Medical Director. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide bio-psychosocial evaluations for adults at health centers and outreach sites. Provide medication management using specified guidelines at health centers and outreach sites.
Organize group education programs, as appropriate, for homeless people. Refer clients to psychiatric and other emergency departments, substance abuse and mental health care providers, and other providers as appropriate. Counsel consumers with mental illness and substance abuse disorders on the management of their illnesses. Incorporate evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral
therapy and self-management. Train shelter staff, as needed, on the management of behavioral health problems and other health issues. Participate in advocacy and coordination committees addressing issues related to homelessness.
Provide consultation on behavioral health to Health Care for the Homeless management and clinical staff. Train community and academic health care professionals to provide comprehensive, culturally competent behavioral health care to homeless people. Notify the Infection Control Coordinator immediately of suspected or confirmed communicable diseases that can be transmitted through routine shelter contact. Provide psychiatric treatment or consultation services to
assigned clients and families as indicated and clinically appropriate, including managing an assigned caseload and completing documentation in a timely manner.
Ensure that psychiatric evaluations and medication management documentation meet all stakeholder, payor, and regulatory expectations and include clinically appropriate diagnoses and recommendations. Utilize evidence-based practices as appropriate for the individual client and program philosophy. Ensure clients are provided with psychiatric services based on need and contractual agreements. Ensure that these services are fully integrated into the overall treatment plan for each individual client.
Prescribe buprenorphine-naloxone/buprenorphine to patients who are enrolled in the MAT program and who are in compliance with the treatment contract. Perform other duties as assigned. SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Experience in behavioral health, primary care, and/or community health preferred Good written and verbal communication skillinteractionperience with homeless people, racial minorities preferred Preferred credentialed with insurance companies Bilingual preferred EDUCATION: Education: MSNLicenses: Pennsylvania RN, CRNP in psychiatric mental health Certification by ANA or equivalent, preferred COMPENSATION: Salary Grade: 23Competitive salary, opportunities for advancement, and an excellent benefits package EOEFor more details: jobs-search.
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the progression of care, facilitating the patients' navigation through the acute care episode, and proposes an appropriate transition plan within 48 hours of admission. The Case Manager serves as an advocate for the patient and family throughout the entire acute episode of care.
Education Bachelors Degree : BSN (Preferred) Experience 5 years experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting (Required) 2 Years experience in a Hospital setting as a Case Manager (Preferred) License/Certifications RN-LIC - PA Registered Nurse License (Required) CCM - Certified Case Manager (Preferred) _ '185998For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_philadelphia-c436735/rn-case-manager-part-time-temple-university-hospital-jeanes-campus-philadelphia_i1959776863
but not limited to nutrition, housekeeping, budgeting, hygiene, self -care, home safety, transportation, social interaction, exercise, health management and vocational. Transport residents to necessary appointments when appropriate. Implement appropriate parts of each resident's goal plan as instructed by the treatment team or supervisor.
Report the resident's progress or lack of progress to the appropriate clinician. To fill out an on-line application: Requisition number: 88267 Benefits Merakey offers competitive compensation plans and more! Daily Pay Work/Life Balance Flexible Schedules Cell Phone Discount Plans Employee Referral Bonuses About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider
of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.
Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, interaction, gender, gender identity, interactionual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity
of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: 1 year of Adult Behavior Health experience preferred in a group home or residential setting. Must have a valid driver's license. For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_philadelphia-c436735/prn-residential-counselor-philadelphia_i1958920635
