Nurse Practitioner – Clinical Specialist II (APRN), Adult Outpatient Psychiatry (Malden)

Cambridge Health Alliance; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Specialist II (APRN) to enhance its Adult Outpatient Psychiatry service. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a dedicated team of clinicians at a recognized public healthcare system, known for its commitment to quality care and support for diverse communities. You will be responsible for providing comprehensive evaluations and treatment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring smooth patient transitions. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this position is a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in advanced psychiatric nursing practice.
• Current Massachusetts licensure for Psychiatric Nurse Clinical Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations and treatment for clients with psychosocial care needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care coordination.
• Assess medication needs and prescribe accordingly.

Skills

Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

Patient Evaluations

Medication Administration

Collaborative Care

Quality Improvement Participation

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

Tools

EPIC Electronic Medical Record System

Job description

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA), a well-respected, nationally recognized and award-winning public healthcare system is seeking a Clinical Specialist II (APRN) to join our Adult Outpatient Psychiatry service. CHA is comprised of three Hospital campuses and an integrated network of both primary and specialty outpatient care practices in Cambridge, Somerville and Boston’s Metro North Region, with a fully integrated electronic medical record system (EPIC). The CHA Department of Psychiatry is recognized as a leader in patient care, teaching and research.

The Adult Outpatient Psychiatry Department located at our Malden Care Center is a full-service specialty psychiatry clinic, providing both a range of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology treatments. This is an opportunity to join a multidisciplinary mix of talented clinicians, affiliated with a Harvard Medical School teaching institution, working in a system committed to caring for minorities and other disadvantaged patients presenting with a cross section of Mental Illness.

Responsibilities:

• 40 Hours/week; Days/Evenings, MNA Everett Union
• Provide evaluations and treatment for an assigned caseload of clients providing a range of psychosocial care.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team and program leadership.
• Facilitate clinical coordination of admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure a smooth patient flow.
• Demonstrate an ongoing awareness of and participation in the Quality Improvement Program.
• Initiate and collaborate with unit colleagues to develop, implement, and evaluate clinical standards.
• Assess medication needs of selected patients and prescribe medication according to established practice guidelines.
• Administer medication according to nursing policy and procedure.
• Collaborate with medical director in coordination and provision of psychopharmacologic treatment and consult with Geriatric Service and Mental Health staff around treatment, including psychoactive medications.
• Provide mental health consultation to staff of area nursing homes, homes, clinics, and/or community caregivers. Organize and participate in case conferences as needed.

Qualifications:

Maintains current Basic Life Support “C” Certification. Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing by the American Nursing Association. Ideal Candidates will have 2 years of experience in the advanced practice role and must be a graduate of an accredited National League of Nursing graduate school of nursing. Master’s degree (Nursing preferred) with a specialization in psychiatric mental health nursing or relevant clinical area. Current Massachusetts licensure is required authorizing practice in an expanded role as a Psychiatric Nurse Clinical Specialist and authorization including prescriptive authority.