✨ About The Role
- The role involves performing psychiatric evaluations and assessments for patients in an inpatient setting.
- Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating a range of mental health conditions, such as mood disorders and anxiety.
- The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner will develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Prescribing and managing psychiatric medications while monitoring for efficacy and side effects is a key duty.
- Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists and social workers, is crucial to ensure holistic patient care.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Nursing with a focus on Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification.
- Candidates should possess an active Nurse Practitioner license in New Jersey, along with CDS and DEA certifications.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for effectively collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience in inpatient psychiatric care is preferred, indicating a background in a similar healthcare environment.
- Flexibility to work evening and weekend shifts is necessary to meet the needs of the patients.