What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Child & Adolescent position at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board?
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Child & Adolescent
Annual Salary:$120,714-$125,000
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm
Join our dedicated team at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board as a Full-Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in Child & Adolescent Services. This onsite position in Hampton, VA, offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, allowing you to focus on your passion for caring for youth in need. You can work in a supportive, customer-focused environment, prioritizing excellence and integrity.
Collaborate with a team of professionals committed to providing premier service while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Embrace a role where your expertise can genuinely impact the lives of children and adolescents in our community. The chance to grow in a flexible, professional, and team-oriented atmosphere makes this an exciting opportunity.
You will be given great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, and the Virginia Retirement System. Help shape the future of mental health care and transform lives!
A little about Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board
Since 1971, the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of high-quality, essential, and community-based services to citizens of the Peninsula who are living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.
What does a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner- Child & Adolescent RU 325 do?
As a Full-Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, you will play a critical role in delivering quality medical evaluation and management to individuals grappling with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. You will provide initial evaluations, crisis assessments, and ongoing treatment while offering education and supportive counseling. You'll have the opportunity to prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, as well as evidence-based medication-assisted therapies (MAT) for those affected by opioid use and other substance disorders.
Engaging with patients and their families, you will tailor health regimens to account for mental, cultural, and financial factors, ensuring a holistic approach to care. With the support of a consulting physician, you'll execute your practice with integrity and excellence, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve in a flexible and supportive work environment.
What you need to be successful
To excel as a Full-Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, a strong foundation in mental health care and substance use disorders is essential. You must possess a Master's Degree and hold an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license with a Psychiatric Nurse/Mental Health Practitioner specialty. A minimum of one year of practical experience working with individuals living with mental illness and substance use challenges is crucial for providing adequate care.
Proficiency in relevant software and tools will enhance your ability to efficiently conduct assessments and manage treatment plans. Success in this role also requires excellent communication skills to effectively teach and support patients and their families and a solid commitment to collaborating within a team-oriented environment. Adaptability, empathy, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others will also be critical attributes for achieving excellence in this vital position.
The knowledge and skills required for the position are:
- Master's Degree with an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license with a Psychiatric Nurse/Mental Health Practitioner specialty
- One (1) year of experience working with individuals living with mental illness and substance use disorders.
Are you ready for an exciting opportunity?
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The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.
Salary : $120,714 - $125,000
