What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner position at Glades Talent?
Job Description
Job Description
Glades Talent is working with a company dedicated to providing the highest quality Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) services. This growing organization is actively working to be in-network with insurance providers for outpatient and partial hospitalization levels of care. At this exciting stage of development, they are seeking compassionate and motivated individuals to join their team!
Position : Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Direct Supervisor : Medical Director
Qualifications :
Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited educational institution
Massachusetts licensure as an Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse
ANCC certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Competencies :
Sensitivity to cultural factors influencing mental health beliefs, attitudes, and treatment preferences, with the ability to provide culturally competent care.
Skill in providing psychoeducation to patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
Proficiency in prescribing and managing psychotropic medications, understanding their mechanisms of action, potential side effects, and interactions.
About the Role :
Provide high-quality medication management to patients using evidence-based interventions, monitoring treatment progress, and adjusting plans as necessary.
Collaborate with the Medical Director and interdisciplinary team, seeking consultation and supervision when needed.
Participate in regular supervision at intervals determined with the Medical Director.
Uphold DBT principles and strategies, including nonjudgment, empathy, and compassion, in interactions with clients and the team.
Contribute to creating an environment where staff want to work and clients want to receive treatment.
Assist in program development to improve patient care and team functioning.
Conduct patient assessments, formulate treatment plans, prescribe medications, order laboratory tests, interpret results, provide patient education, and complete required documentation.
Provide primary medical care services and referrals as necessary, collecting relevant records of prior care.
Consult with the clinical team regarding transfers to higher levels of care and urgent medication issues as needed.
Our Ideal Candidate :
Exhibits passion and excitement about work, particularly when working with clients with complex problems such as suicidality and interpersonal difficulties.
Maintains emotional regulation in challenging situations, staying effective under pressure and demonstrating excellent communication skills.
Receives feedback and supervision openly, with a willingness to learn.
Demonstrates cognitive and interpersonal flexibility.
Actively works to assess and increase competencies in antiracism through available consultation services and training.
Values accessible treatment for all and maintains a sense of social responsibility.
Upholds high ethical standards, acting with integrity and honesty.
Listens actively and seeks to understand others' perspectives.
Collaborates as a team player by covering for colleagues when needed, taking proportional on-call responsibilities, and supporting the team.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement :
Glades Talent is working with a company that is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
