Oceanside Community Services has a Per Diem or Part-Time position for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to work in a Private Practice located in Biddeford. This is a well-established position working with our in-office LCSW's, Neuropsychological teams, and other Medical Practitioners who specialize in child and adolescent psychiatry. It is ideal for someone interested in providing highly valued psychiatry services within a multi-disciplinary team to children and adult populations. This position also requires no "on-call" or weekend hours.
Education And ExperienceNursing Degree in Psychiatry from an accredited college or university. Two years or more of experience working in community mental health is preferred.
Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program in Psychiatry or Mental Health
• Current and valid licensure as an NP by the Maine Board of Licensure in Nursing
• Current DEA Registration Certificate
• Prefer two years of clinical experience working with children and adolescents
• One year experience related to services provided to individuals with intellectual disability and/or mental health issues
• Excellent interpersonal, critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to train and supervise clinicians and /or other staff as needed

Skills

• Prescribe, direct, or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.
• Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose the nature or extent of mental disorder
• Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, psychiatric nurses, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.
• Design individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments.
• Gather and maintain patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from patients, relatives, or other professionals.
• Request laboratory or diagnostic tests on patients to provide information on general physical conditions or mental disorders.
• Advise or inform guardians, relatives, or significant others of patients' conditions or treatment.
• Review and evaluate treatment procedures and outcomes of other professionals, as needed.