Advanced Practice Nurse - Psychiatry
About The Position
AtlantiCare is the area’s leading health system offering integrated, patient-centered care across multiple specialties. Our comprehensive behavioral health services provide high-quality mental health and substance use care to diverse populations across southern New Jersey. We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our outpatient services team. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide direct patient care to adult individuals in an outpatient setting. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team—including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and primary care providers—to ensure comprehensive, coordinated treatment plans for patients.
Requirements
- Licensed (or eligible for licensure) as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in NJ
- Certified in specialty
- DEA license with the ability to prescribe psychiatric medications
- Experience in outpatient psychiatry preferred (new grads with strong training and interest in outpatient care may be considered)
- Comfortable with telehealth platforms and remote patient care
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Passion for providing equitable, culturally competent mental health care
Nice To Haves
- Experience in outpatient psychiatry preferred (new grads with strong training and interest in outpatient care may be considered)
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and follow-up appointments for outpatient clients
- Provide telepsychiatry services using secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Collaborate with behavioral health team members and refer patients to appropriate internal or external resources as needed
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
- Participate in case conferences, supervision, and quality improvement initiatives
- Educate patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication adherence
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Up to 264 hours of PTO annually
- Generous CME allowance, plus paid CME time
- Supportive, multidisciplinary behavioral health team
- Continuing education opportunities and professional development support
- Access to robust EHR and telehealth tools
- Relocation assistance (if applicable)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans with employer contributions
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
- Wellness Programs to help you thrive
- Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
