CHILD/ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRIC APN

PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Long Term Disability

Life and AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

FSA/HSA

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Preferred Behavioral Health Group (PBHG) in Brick, NJ seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse for Children’s unit. The role provides psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic impressions, and medication management under physician supervision for ages 5–21.

The position requires an NJ RN license and a Master’s in Psychiatric Nursing with ANCC certification. Experience with children/adolescents and bilingual ability are a plus; full-time, 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• NJ RN license required.
• Master’s in Psychiatric Nursing or related field.
• ANCC certification as Psychiatric/Mental Health specialist or NP.
• Child/adolescent experience preferred, bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and diagnose, prescribe medications under physician supervision.
• Educate clients and guardians on medication needs, dosage and potential side effects.
• Provide training and medical direction to staff for assessments and treatment plans.
• Collaborate across departments to coordinate services and care.
• Maintain accurate medication records and intake documentation.
• Support trauma-informed care and teamwork within the agency.

Skills

Licensed RN NJ

Master's in Psychiatric Nursing

ANCC Certification

Bilingual

Education

Master’s in Psychiatric Nursing

Job description

About this position

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Groupis 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 and 2025 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 - Children's

Program: PCCF - Children's program

Location: 1500 Route 88, Brick New Jersey

Position Type: Full Time 40 Hours

Job Description/Summary

Provide Psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic impressions, and medication management under supervision of collaborating physician.

This provider provides psychiatric and limited medical care to children and adolescents ages 5 to 21.

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial and subsequent psychiatric assessments in which provider evaluates, diagnoses, prescribes, and administers medication under the supervision of collaborative physician.
• Provides education on medication needs, dosage, administration, and potential adverse reactions to clients and guardians.
• Provides training and consultation to program staff including medical direction to case assessment, treatment plans and service provision.
• Works effectively with the full spectrum of diagnosis disorders.
• Demonstrates clinical facility in psychotropic medication use, side effects and indications for psychiatric intervention, in children, adolescents (if a child prescriber) and adults.
• Initiates and evaluates diagnostic tests.
• Conduct drug utilization evaluation and monitoring to inform the prescribing process.
• Reviews client medications currently being taken and their efficacy, potential side effects, contraindications, and identification of alcohol and/or drug use as part of evaluation.
• Provides record keeping in an accurate and timely manner including up-todate individual record of all medications, including nonprescription and non psychoactive medications, prescribed for and used by the person served including name of medication, dosage, frequency, instructions for use, and the prescribing professional shall be documented.
• Includes client, or their parents or guardians, in making decisions related to the use of medications and ensures medication consents are signed in a timely manner.
• 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. All required NJ Licensures, CDS and DEA etc.
• Experience working with child and adolescent patient populations required.
• Additional Requirements: Bilingual a Plus

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance
• Staff Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus program

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