Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) (FFS)

Shoreline Wellness Center & Behavioral Health Clinic; West Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Nurse Corps/HRSA loan forgiveness

Job summary

Shoreline Wellness Center & Behavioral Health Clinic in West Haven, CT is seeking a PMHNP to manage behavioral health conditions and coordinate patient care. This hybrid role supports collaboration with board-certified psychiatrists and offers flexible hours for part-time (15-20 hrs/wk) or full-time (35-40 hrs/wk).

Ideal candidates are licensed APRNs in CT with MSN, psychiatric NP education, and NP certification. Experience in behavioral health and strong writing skills are valued.

Qualifications

• MSN required.
• Graduate of accredited Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current CT APRN license (or eligible).
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management and coordination of behavioral health needs.
• Assess health status, diagnose and plan of care; implement treatment.
• Educate patients, families, and staff; act as clinical expert.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the health care team.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Patient education

Team communication

Education

MSN required

Graduate of accredited nursing school

Graduate of accredited Psychiatric NP program

CT APRN license (or eligible)

Nurse Practitioner certification

Job description

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) (FFS)

Shoreline Wellness Center & Behavioral Health Clinic West Haven, Connecticut, United States

Part-Time (15-20 hours per week) or Full-time (35-40 hours per week) Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (APRN) - Behavioral Health

Must be licensed in CT as an APRN. This is a hybrid position.

Due to our continuous growth, we are looking for a part-time or full-time Psychiatric APRN to manage behavioral health conditions and coordinate patient care in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations and the nursing standards of care. Shoreline Wellness Center, LLC, provides ongoing collaboration with a board-certified child psychiatrist and adult psychiatrist.

Shoreline Wellness Center, LLC is a multi-specialty, group behavioral health practice located in West Haven, CT. It offers individual, group, couples, and family therapy and medication management services for children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly.

Flexible hours. Competitive salary based on education and experience. Shoreline Wellness Center, LLC also provides MD collaboration at no cost to the provider.

Perks: Shoreline Wellness Center, LLC is an approved Nurse Corps/HRSA site that offers student loan forgiveness for eligible nurses of up to half of their total student loan balance or up to 85%.

Ideal Candidate: Professional, good judgment, excellent writing skills, and reliability are a must.

Responsibilities

The Psychiatric APRN oversees the daily management and coordination of the behavioral health needs of patients. As a clinician, the Behavioral Health APRN assesses health status, diagnosis, development of the plan of care and treatment, implementation of treatment plans, and evaluation of patients' status. As an educator, the Behavioral Health APRN acts as a clinical expert, teacher, and resource to patients, families, and practice staff. The Psychiatric APRN is also responsible for communicating effectively between members of the patient's health care team.

Requirements

MSN required. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Graduate of an accredited Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner program. Current CT APRN license (or eligible). Certification as a Nurse Practitioner.

Experience

Minimum of 1-year experience as a Behavioral Health APRN (could be waived for the right candidate).