What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position at LCG Boston?
LCG Boston is looking to fill a permanent inpatient psychiatry nurse practitioner position. We are happy to share location and salary information with interested candidates.
Position: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Department: Inpatient Psychiatry
Schedule: Full Time, 40 hours. Monday-Friday. No weekends
Location: Brockton, MA
POSITION SUMMARY:
Seeking Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners for a behavioral health hospital located in Brockton, MA providing cutting edge inpatient treatment and stabilization for individuals experiencing complex mental health and substance use needs. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners are a critical part of a multidisciplinary team and possess unique expertise and a focus on providing quality behavioral health care to acute populations.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners are dedicated team members responsible for assisting a variety of patients by evaluating medical and psychosocial conditions and overseeing the development and implementation of treatment plans. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to take care of the mental, emotional or behavioral disorders for patients engaged in services.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
- Provide evidence-based evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients including prescribing medications and/or other psychotherapeutic interventions
- Provide treatment either independently or with physician supervision in accordance with Massachusetts regulations
- Develop treatment plans, measure progress against the plans, and make adjustments as needed
- Provide crisis intervention as needed
- Complete all necessary clinical documentation in an accurate and timely manner
- Collaborate with a broader team of physicians, nurses, social workers, psychologists, and occupational therapists to assess and adjust treatment plans
- Coordinate and communicate with case managers, family members and other stakeholders regarding treatment and care
- Participate in the teaching of students and other trainees
- Participate in departmental and organizational quality improvement programs
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
- Master’s Degree from a Nurse Practitioner education program (with specialization in mental health) accredited by a Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing-recognized national accreditation body
EXPERIENCE:
- Two years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner or five years of experience in Nursing preferred but candidates who have a strong interest in working with patients who come from underserved populations are encouraged to apply
LICENSURE:
- Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Current valid DEA certificate and MA Controlled Substances certificate or eligibility
- Buprenorphine waiver required or willingness to acquire waiver
CERTIFICATION:
- Current advanced practice certification by Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing- approved nationally recognized certifying body
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
No Medicare or Medicaid sanctions
About Legacy Care Group:
Since our inception in 2019, Legacy Care Group, a nurse-led organization based in Massachusetts, has become a leader in Nurse Staffing Solutions and community-based healthcare operations, distinguished by our highly personalized and collaborative approach. Our expertise has allowed us to fulfill some of the largest emergent staffing requests in the state, amassing thousands of local nurse contacts and establishing ourselves as a vital resource for healthcare institutions. We pride ourselves on our ability to work closely with major organizations in the Boston area, delivering both emergent and non-emergent healthcare staffing needs with precision and care. We work with the top health care organizations in the region and offer a diverse range of high-paying placement opportunities.