Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner General Associate (PART-TIME/CONTRACTUAL C1)

University of Maryland, Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, Baltimore seeks a Nurse Practitioner to assess, diagnose, and manage both acute and chronic patient illnesses. The role requires a Master's or Doctorate in Nursing and current licensure in Maryland.

Key responsibilities include patient health management, clinical consultation, and providing training to medical staff. Candidates must hold relevant national certification and be a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential in our hiring process.

Qualifications

• Current national certification from AANPNCB or equivalent required.
• Current Maryland license in good standing is necessary.
• Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, diagnoses, treats, and manages patient health.
• Communicates with professionals working with patients.
• Provides training and clinical consultation.

Skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of nursing laws and regulations

Clinical training

Education

Master's in Nursing or Doctorate in Nursing

Job description

Job Description

Essentials Functions

• Assesses, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute episodic and chronic illnesses and patient health, and provides diagnostic and therapeutic services. Exercises autonomy in medical decision making. Ensures informed consent is properly secured and documented.
• Communicates with other professionals (i.e. counselor and PCP) working with patients.
• Attends clinical team meetings.
• Provides clinical consultation for staff and clinical interns/externs.
• Provides training to medical students, pediatric residents, clinical interns/externs, and staff.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's in Nursing or Doctorate in Nursing
• Experience: Current national certification from AANPNCB or other national certifying body (requires 18 months under a NP mentor before becoming certified) is required.
• Supervisory Experience: n/a
• Certification/Licensure: Current Maryland license in good standing issued by the Maryland Board of Nursing to practice as a nurse practitioner or appropriate federal district licensure where research is conducted.
• Licensed with specific patient population and/or specialty area of practice is required.
• Other: Certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Ability to support the Care Clinic's mission.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [e-mail]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.