PMHNP, Emergency Psychiatry: Consult Team

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic medical center in Burlington, Vermont, is seeking a skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join the Psychiatry Consult Team in the Emergency Department. This role involves performing psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, and working closely with a diverse team in a high-volume environment. Candidates should have experience in acute mental health care and hold an APRN license. A Master's degree is preferred. The position offers a dynamic work setting with a focus on quality improvement and patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings required.
• Ability to work in high-volume and high-stress situations.
• Clinical experience with patients in acute mental health crisis.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations in the Emergency Department.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Coordinate care transitions with inpatient and community resources.

Skills

Patient care in emergency settings

Crisis intervention

Development of treatment plans

Team collaboration

Documentation and quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Current APRN or PA licensure

PMHNP or CAQ-Psy credential (desired)

Job description

A leading academic medical center in Burlington, Vermont, is seeking a skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join the Psychiatry Consult Team in the Emergency Department. This role involves performing psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, and working closely with a diverse team in a high-volume environment. Candidates should have experience in acute mental health care and hold an APRN license. A Master's degree is preferred. The position offers a dynamic work setting with a focus on quality improvement and patient care.