Job Description
About Us:
We are a leading mental health clinic dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care to individuals both adults and adolescence in our community. Our core values of Happiness, Excellence, Attention, and Love drive everything we do. We are committed to improving the mental well-being of our patients through a holistic approach that integrates evidence-based treatments, therapy, and personalized care plans.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who embodies our core values to join our team of mental health professionals. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality psychiatric care to our patients, collaborating with our team of psychiatrists, therapists, and support staff. This is an on-site, contracted role where you will be responsible for delivering direct patient care at our center.
Responsibilities:
- Create a positive and supportive environment for our patients, fostering their emotional well-being.
- Conduct psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and diagnosis of mental health disorders with the highest level of clinical expertise.
- Provide focused and individualized care to each patient, addressing their unique needs and concerns.
- Show empathy and compassion in your interactions with individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the patient and the treatment team.
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications as needed, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress of patients through regular follow-up appointments.
- Provide crisis intervention and support to patients in distress.
- Collaborate closely with our team of mental health professionals.
- 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 and emerging trends in psychiatry.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or higher in psychiatric nursing or physician assistant studies.
- Current and active NJ state licensure and certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. As well active DEA licensure.
- Experience in providing psychiatric care and managing psychotropic medications.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassion and empathy in working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
- 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. Charms EHR experience is a plus.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications, experience, and commitment to providing high-quality mental health care.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to join our team. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that values inclusivity, respect, and diversity.
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