PSYCHIATRIC ADVANCED NURSE PRACTITIONER at PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY

Lakewood Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

144200.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychiatric Evaluations, Medication Management, Diagnostic Impressions, Clinical Expertise, Diagnostic Screening Tools, Trauma Informed Care, Team Coordination, Substance Use Disorders, Symptom Management, Bilingual

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for 2024 by NJBIZ! Our mission is to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through a Trauma Informed Care culture. Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “Best Place to Work”, please submit your resume today for consideration! Job Title: Advanced Practice Nurse Program: Mental Health Adult Outpatient and Recovery Support Services Location: 700 Airport Road Lakewood New Jersey 08721 Position Type: Full Time 40 Hours Salary: $144,200.00 Job Description/Summary Provide Psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic impressions, and medication management under supervision of collaborating physician. Responsibilities * Conducts comprehensive psychiatric evaluations under supervision of collaborating physician. * Works effectively with the full spectrum of diagnostic disorders. * Demonstrates clinical expertise in psychotropic medication use, side effects and indications for symptom management. * Initiates and interprets diagnostic screening tools. * Demonstrates ability to identify changes and precipitants in the status of maladaptive symptoms and level of functioning. * Works effectively with the full spectrum of diagnostic disorders, including primary psychiatric disorders as well as co-occurring substance use disorders and MAT. Competencies * Trauma informed approach to care * Ability to work effectively within a team environment * Coordinate services with multiple departments across the agency Qualifications Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey and holds a Master’s Degree in Psychiatric Nursing or a related mental health field and is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as either a Clinical Specialist in Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing or a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing Additional Requirements: Bilingual a Plus Comprehensive Benefits Package: o Medical and Dental Insurance o 403(b) Retirement Plan o Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays o Disability and Life Insurance o Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account o Employee Assistance Program o Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance o Training opportunities o Employee Referral Bonus program eoe

Responsibilities

The role involves conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and providing medication management under the supervision of a collaborating physician. The practitioner will work with a full spectrum of diagnostic disorders and demonstrate clinical expertise in psychotropic medication use.