Nurse Practitioner

Advocare LLC; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

MetLife Auto/Vehicle & Home Insurance

Job summary

Advocare LLC in New Jersey is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to deliver patient-centered care across the lifespan, collaborating with physicians and a multidisciplinary team. The role includes performing exams, ordering labs, interpreting results, developing care plans, counseling patients and families, and ensuring HIPAA compliance in a fast-paced clinic.

This part-time position offers flexible scheduling and opportunities to contribute to quality improvement in a supportive,

Qualifications

• Board certification as Advanced Practice Nurse with NP scope.
• MSN or equivalent degree from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and diagnose illnesses.
• Order and interpret lab tests; prescribe medications.
• Develop and manage patient care plans; coordinate with team.
• Educate patients and families; ensure HIPAA/compliance.
• Collaborate with physicians and other professionals.

Skills

Proficiency with medical instruments

Electronic health records

Verbal and written communication

Collaborative teamwork

Critical thinking

Organization and leadership

Confidentiality

Education

Board Certified APN licensure

MSN or equivalent

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. The Psych Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for delivering comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare to individuals across the lifespan. This includes providing general and preventive care, conducting physical examinations, diagnosing and treating illnesses, ordering and interpreting lab tests, and prescribing medications. The PMHNP plays a vital role in all aspects of patient care, including evaluation, treatment planning, and consultation, while working collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care.

Advocare, LLC is a physician-owned partnership of leading pediatricians, family practitioners, and specialists in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. As a Nurse Practitioner, you’ll be an integral member of a forward-thinking clinical team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and service in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Nurse Practitioner Essential Functions

• Performing physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses
• Administering and performing diagnostic tests, such as x-rays and laboratory tests
• Creating patient care plans and contributing to existing ones.
• Detecting changes in patients' health and modifying treatment plans, as needed.
• Educating and counseling patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care
• Facilitating the patient’s transition within and between health care settings, e.g., admitting, transferring, and discharging patients.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.
• Planning and managing patient care according to the patient’s needs
• Ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulations including HIPPA, OSHA, etc.
• Actively maintaining knowledge of current medical research and trends

Nurse Practitioner Required Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency with medical instruments and equipment required to perform your work.
• Knowledge of computer-based data management programs and information systems, as well as medical records and point-of-interview technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare workers, and collaborate with team members
• Must be able to think critically, evaluate various options to treat a condition and then identify the one he or she decides will have the best outcome.
• Maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced yet friendly environment
• Must be well organized and detail-oriented; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion concerning health service records and information

Part-time Benefits

• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• MetLife Auto/Vehicle & Home Insurance Discounts

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Board Certified Advanced Practice Nurse licensure required
• Graduate degree from an accredited nursing program, such as a Master of Science in nursing