Founded in 1917, Providence College (PC) is a premier Catholic
liberal arts institution steadfastly committed to academic
excellence through a dynamic core curriculum, a distinctive
Development of Western Civilization Program, and abundant
experiential learning opportunities. The only U.S. higher education
institution administered by the Dominican Friars, PC is committed
to providing a variety of opportunities for intellectual, social,
moral, and spiritual growth in a supportive environment. Providence
College believes that cultural and intellectual pluralism is
essential to the excellence of its academic programs, and strives
to foster an academic culture and campus community reflecting the
global environment in which we live and work.
The approximately 105-acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s
capital city and is close to the many cultural and educational
offerings of Rhode Island’s “renaissance city.” Additionally,
Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from
New York City.
For years, Providence College has been recognized in the
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News & World Report “Regional Universities – North
Category” and has been commended by several other ranking
publications.
Overview
Assesses, diagnoses, and treats mental health conditions via
comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management to
support mental health, academic functioning, and well-being of
students referred by Personal Counseling Center Staff. This is a
part-time and academic year (9-month) position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide psychiatric evaluations, assessment, and medication management services to students presenting a wide range of mental health concerns. Provide detailed education on risks/benefits of medications and interactions with other prescribed or recreational substances. Develop comprehensive treatment planning for caseload, including assisting with appropriate referrals for medication management when students are away from campus for continuity of care. Monitor medication adherence, side effects,…
and treatment outcomes using best practices. (75%)
Collaborate with internal and external treatment providers to
coordinate comprehensive care, including consultation with the
contracted psychiatrist and case discussions with counseling and
health services staff. Meet with the executive director
periodically to review cases of concern and flow of system.
(10%)
Partner with health Services and Sports Medicine staff
(Athletic team doctors) to coordinate laboratory testing, as needed
cardiac testing, and review medical concerns related to psychiatric
treatment. Communicate clearly about medication interactions and
health monitoring needs. Consult with both departments, as needed.
(5%)
Assist in referral management for higher or specialized care,
including partial hospitalization, emergency referrals for
inpatient level of care assessment, intensive outpatient programs,
or off-campus psychiatric providers. Ensure appropriate handoff and
continuity of care. (5%)
Provide timely documentation in the electronic medical records
system within the Personal Counseling Center’s policies and
procedures, following state and institutional standards. Utilize
EMR systems in Health Services and Athletics for electronic
prescription services. Provide documentation for varsity student
athletes when needed for NCAA mandates related to controlled
substances. (5%)
MARGINAL DUTIES:
- Perform all other duties as may be required.
Education and Experience
- Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution
required.
- One to three years’ hands-on experience, preferable in a higher
education counseling center or an equivalent combination of
education and experience.
- APRN license in the State of Rhode Island.
- Current board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health
Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) from the ANNC (American Nurses
Credentialing Center).
- Rhode Island Controlled Substances Registration (CSR
license)/Federal DEA Registration.
- Intermediate proficiency with electronic medical records
systems.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to provide intricate substance use assessments to
assess dual/comorbid diagnoses, level of risk regarding substance
use, and potential prescribed medications in college
population.
- Experience working with assessing for disordered eating/eating
disorders given the higher occurrence in a higher education
setting.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based setting that
requires flexibility based on potential for emergency/risk
assessments while also being able to work independently.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to provide
complex diagnostic and treatment feedback to students.
- Minimum of one year post board certification. College mental
health experience preferred, but not required.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
- Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of
time
- Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
- Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers
rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a
keyboard
- Communication skills using the spoken word
- Ability to see within normal parameters
- Ability to hear within normal range
- Ability to move about
DISCLAIMER: This job description indicates the general
nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not
designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,
duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent
may be asked to perform other duties as required.
