Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Recovery Centers of America • South Amboy, NJ

11d • $85 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you a skilled Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner ready to make a real impact in behavioral health? Recovery Centers of America (RCA) is seeking a compassionate and experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our South Amboy, NJ team. You’ll work closely with patients and the clinical team to provide comprehensive psychiatric care in a supportive, recovery-focused environment.

Requirements

• Master’s, postgraduate, or doctoral degree in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program (CCNE or ACEN accredited).
• Current Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification from ANCC.
• Valid NP license in New Jersey.
• Active DEA license (CDS if required by state).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an RN; 3 years’ experience as a psychiatric NP preferred.
• Up-to-date CPR or BLS certification (or willing to obtain during orientation).
• Strong critical thinking, assessment, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of ASAM criteria and behavioral health care best practices.
• Ability to safely prescribe medications and perform CLIA waived testing.

Responsibilities

• Assess, examine, diagnose, and treat patients with mental illness.
• Conduct comprehensive family and individual assessments using psychiatric rating scales, genograms, and other standardized tools.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Prescribe and educate patients on medications, including Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
• Work collaboratively with patients’ families and the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Provide counseling and therapeutic support for conditions like depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and other psychiatric disorders.
• Monitor patients’ progress, perform intermittent medical assessments, and adjust care plans as needed.
• Ensure culturally competent, patient-centered care in accordance with best practices and ethical standards.

Benefits

• Competitive per-hour pay starting at $85.00.
• Flexible per-diem scheduling to fit your lifestyle.
• Work in a supportive, mission-driven environment with a focus on patient recovery.
• Collaborate with a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team of behavioral health professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees