Nurse Practitioner Behavioral Health Department

Emerson Health; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Health is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join the Behavioral Health Department. The role involves psychiatric evaluations and fast-paced consultations in the ED and on inpatient floors, under supervision.

The ideal candidate holds an Advanced Practice Nursing Degree in psychiatric/mental health, MA licensure as an NP, and PMHNP certification, with BLS. Prior inpatient experience is preferred, and strong confidentiality and English communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Advanced Practice Nursing Degree in psychiatric/mental health nursing required.
• PMHNP certification and MA NP licensure required.
• BLS healthcare provider certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychiatric evaluations.
• Provide consultations in the Emergency Department and on patient floors.
• Collaborate with supervising physicians to ensure quality, safe patient care.

Skills

Excellent customer service

English (read/write)

Computer skills

Confidential information handling

Education

Advanced Practice Nursing Degree (psychiatric/mental health)

Job description

Schedule: Per Diem

Pay Range: $1250 weekend day and $500 weeknight

Shift: Day shift

Hours: workload dependent

About This Role

Under the general supervision of the Chair of Psychiatry and in direct collaboration with supervising physicians, performs duties a wide range of clinical tasks. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner's primary role in the Behavioral Health Department is to provide psychiatric evaluations, consultations in the Emergency Department and on the patient floors. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is an essential member of the Behavioral Health team committed to providing comprehensive and efficient patient care that provides the best possible experience and individualized care for the This position ensures the quality and safe delivery of care to patients of adult patients.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Advanced Practice Nursing Degree from an accredited school with specialization in psychiatric/mental health nursing required.
• Experience: Previous experience required as a psychiatric nurse practitioner preferably in an inpatient setting.
• Licensure and/or Certification:
• Current license as a Nurse Practitioner in Massachusetts required
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner required (this is required for Massachusetts licensure). (ARNP)
• Certification as a PMHNP
• BLS healthcare provider required
• Skills:
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Computer skills required.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.