Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Part Time)

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is a licensed advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric care to patients with mental health and substance use disorders. This includes conducting thorough assessments, diagnosing mental health and substance use conditions, prescribing medications, developing and implementing treatment plans, and providing ongoing patient monitoring and support. The PMHNP will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to ensure optimal patient care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including obtaining detailed histories, performing mental status examinations, and ordering and interpreting relevant diagnostic tests.
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to:
• Depression
• Anxiety disorders
• Bipolar disorder
• Schizophrenia
• Substance use disorders
• Prescribe psychotropic medications and monitor their effectiveness, adjusting dosages as needed.
• Prescribe medications for substance use disorders and monitor their effectiveness, adjusting dosages as needed.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management, and referrals to other services as appropriate.
• Provide ongoing patient monitoring and support, including regular follow-up appointments, phone calls, and telehealth consultations.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and self-management strategies.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards of practice.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and continuing education programs.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Current and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Massachusetts.
• Current and unrestricted licensure as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the state of Massachusetts.
• Board certification by a recognized national certifying body (e.g., ANCC, AANP).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PMHNP in a relevant clinical setting (e.g., hospital, outpatient clinic, community mental health center).
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package for full time employees.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Note:

• This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not exhaustive. The PMHNP may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
• The employer reserves the right to modify this job description at any time.

Job Types: Part-time, Per diem

Pay: $75.00 - $80.00 per hour

Work Location: In person