Job Title: Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Location: Westfield, NJ (Onsite and Remote)
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Dr. Shavar Chase
Job Summary: The Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) will provide compassionate, comprehensive mental health care to patients across the lifespan in a small, family-like private practice. This role involves conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health conditions, developing individualized treatment plans, prescribing medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. The PMHNP will contribute to a growing practice while benefiting from a supportive and close-knit work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments for diverse patients.
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health disorders.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
- Prescribe medications and other treatments as needed.
- Provide psychotherapy and counseling to individuals, couples, and families.
- Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, therapists, and social workers.
- Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on patient response.
- Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and care plans.
- Using an EHR system, maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient interactions and care.
- Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and continuing education initiatives.
- Stay informed of the latest practices, research, and psychiatric and mental health care trends to enhance clinical outcomes.
Qualifications:
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing specializing in Psychiatric and Mental Health.
- Current and valid Nurse Practitioner license in the state of New Jersey.
- Certification as a Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in psychiatric or mental health care, demonstrating strong clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care, especially in a growing practice setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Bilingual or multilingual proficiency.
- Specialized experience in areas such as child and adolescent psychiatry, substance abuse treatment, or trauma-informed care.
Work Environment: This position balances onsite and remote work in a growing private practice known for its warm, supportive, and close-knit environment. The practice places a high value on teamwork, patient-centered care, and professional growth.
Benefits:
- Paid time off and sick leave.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Flexible work arrangements with a combination of in-office and remote work.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a compassionate and forward-thinking team dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families through high-quality mental health care.
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