Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - PMHNP

Location: Blackwood

About Us

CFG Health Network is committed to providing high-quality mental health care through our facilities, including Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital in Blackwood, NJ. We focus on delivering compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric services in a collaborative environment aimed at promoting recovery and well-being for our patients.

Overview

We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team on a part-time or per diem basis during weekends. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering psychiatric care to hospitalized patients, working closely with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

Benefits

Competitive hourly compensation - Flexible scheduling options for work-life balance - Opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic environment - Access to great leaders and a professional work environment to support your goals.

Key Responsibilities

* Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients.

* Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

* Provide medication management, including prescribing, monitoring, and adjusting medications as necessary.

* Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions to support patients' mental health needs.

* Monitor patient progress and provide ongoing evaluation and interventions.

* Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care.

* Document all patient interactions, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and promptly in compliance with facility policies.

* Stay informed of advancements in psychiatric care to enhance clinical skills and patient treatment approaches.

Qualifications:

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing.

- Current and valid Nurse Practitioner license in New Jersey.

- Board certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) .

- Experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting is highly preferred.

- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on empathy and patient-centered care.

- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and ethical standards in practice.