Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our mental health clinic, where you will deliver direct patient care to adults and adolescents in an on-site, contracted role. You will work collaboratively with psychiatrists, therapists, and support staff to provide comprehensive, evidence-based mental health treatment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and diagnoses of mental health disorders
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and the treatment team
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, ensuring patient safety and compliance
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress through regular follow-up appointments
• Provide crisis intervention and support to patients in distress
• Create a positive and supportive environment that fosters emotional well-being
• Provide focused, individualized care addressing each patient's unique needs and concerns
• Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary mental health team
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic health records (EHR) for all patient interactions
• Participate in ongoing professional development and stay current with best practices in psychiatry

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in psychiatric nursing or physician assistant studies
• Current and active New Jersey state licensure and certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Active DEA licensure
• Experience providing psychiatric care and managing psychotropic medications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to ethical and legal standards
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Charms EHR system