Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Per Diem
About The Position
STR Behavioral Health’s premier mental health and addiction treatment center located in Levittown. The programs we offer include detox, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient care with licensed recovery housing. The approach at our treatment centers is firmly rooted in individualized, person-centered care to help clients uncover the “why” behind their disorders and help them build foundational relationships that help answer the “how” in moving forward. We work closely with every client to create personalized, high-quality treatment plans that cater to their specific needs and increase their chances of success. Our clinical team also meets regularly to adjust each treatment plan as the client progresses through treatment. Additionally, we work closely with each client’s family and other stakeholders to help people thrive in recovery.
Requirements
- Certified in the state of Pennsylvania as a CRNP or Physician’s Assistant.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Detoxification and/or Residential Setting, preferably in substance abuse or mental health.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A willingness to work with a clinical team to make recommendations and implement strategies that will benefit clients.
- Willingness to take calls during afterhours days and times.
- All necessary requirements must be met to practice adult psychiatry in Pennsylvania.
- Position requires incumbent to have a valid driver’s license
- Clearance of TB test, and any other mandatory state/federal requirements.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining a safe and secure environment
- Help Clients by providing information, services, and assistance
- Prescribe Detoxification medication regimens that are safe, appropriate, and effective for clients with substance use disorder
- Routine checkups and Medication checks for clients in services
- Conducting follow up and evaluation of client physical and psychiatric conditions.
- Prescribe medications as necessary and check on the efficacy of medication regimen
- Document clinical, medical, and psychiatric treatments and recommendations
- Pre-screen and approve potential clients by reviewing psych and medical records for admission
- Order Lab work and UAs as needed
- Complete Psychiatric Evaluations for every admitting client
- Complete physical for every admitting client
- Make referrals to specialist as needed
- Order and administer Vivitrol as needed
- Consult with the treatment team
- Complete progress notes as needed
- Support Nursing staff.
Benefits
- Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence
- 100% Company Paid EAP Emotional Well-Being Support
- 401K with Company Match
- Generous Team Member Referral Program
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Career Level
Senior
