Outpatient Psychiatric NP — Transform Lives

Discovery Mood; Paramus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner to provide psychiatric care in outpatient programs in Paramus, NJ. This 1099 contractor role supports patients with substance use disorders and other psychiatric conditions, with a focus on evidence-based care and treatment planning.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, medication management, documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care for diverse patients.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field and ARNP licensure in state of practice.
• Knowledge of TMS treatment protocols and evidence-based psychiatric care.
• Ability to engage patients in therapy and shared decision making.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate scheduled patients including psychiatric history and mental status exam.
• Build rapport with patients and families to support treatment decisions.
• Prescribe and manage treatment per ARNP scope of practice.
• Complete and file records promptly, same day or within one week.
• Code services per ethical billing standards and ensure productivity goals.
• Collaborate with clinicians and staff to provide comprehensive care.
• Support medication management and refills as needed.
• Adapt treatment plans based on patient response and DSM/ ICD guidelines.
• Contribute to care continuity during vacations or coverage periods.

Skills

DSM/ICD codes

TMS treatment protocols

Patient engagement

EMR literacy

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

ARNP licensure in state of practice

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner to provide psychiatric care in outpatient programs in Paramus, NJ. This 1099 contractor role supports patients with substance use disorders and other psychiatric conditions, with a focus on evidence-based care and treatment planning.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, medication management, documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care for diverse patients.