Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

CFG Health Systems

Position Summary

In collaboration with the supervising physician, the Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), at Ocean County DOC, Toms River, NJ provides comprehensive psychiatric and medical services to incarcerated individuals within the Department of Corrections. Services are delivered in accordance with community standards of care, correctional healthcare regulations, and applicable state and federal laws. This role emphasizes patient-centered, evidence-based mental health treatment in a secure and multidisciplinary environment. Per Diem.

Skills and Abilities

Advanced clinical assessment skills, including psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and development of treatment plans
Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology with the ability to safely prescribe, monitor, and manage psychiatric medications within the scope of licensure
Ability to deliver high-quality, patient-centered mental health care consistent with community standards and correctional healthcare guidelines
Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills in both routine and high-acuity situations
Proficiency in ordering, interpreting, and responding to diagnostic tests and clinical data
Strong documentation skills, including accurate, timely, and compliant electronic health record (EHR) entries
Effective communication and collaboration skills when working with physicians, nursing staff, mental health professionals, and custody personnel
Ability to educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and ongoing care plans
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, secure environment
High level of professionalism, discretion, and adherence to ethical, legal, and regulatory standards, including HIPAA and PREA
Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based clinical practice

Performance Expectations / Essential Duties

Conduct and document comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including patient history and mental status examinations
Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic and laboratory tests as clinically indicated
Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications and therapeutic treatments in accordance with licensure, protocols, and collaborative practice agreements
Perform invasive or therapeutic procedures within scope of practice as necessary
Prepare and dictate discharge summaries, transfer orders, and continuity-of-care documentation
Develop, implement, and follow established patient care protocols and clinical guidelines
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to educate patients on their mental health conditions and treatment plans
Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge through consultation, formal education, and review of current literature
Participate in quality improvement, peer review, and clinical performance initiatives
Perform all other duties as assigned

Functional Demands

Ability to pass all required health screenings and background checks
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and participate in on-call coverage
Must be available to work on short notice when operationally necessary

Organizational Expectations

Provides a positive and professional representation of CFG Health Systems, LLC.
Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention
Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice
Adheres to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations
Participate in ongoing quality improvement activities
Completes required orientation as directed by the facility
Follows facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment
Follows facility and CFG Health Systems Occurrence Protocol
Upholds HIPAA and PREA regulations
Punctual and dependable for assigned/confirmed shifts
Maintains security clearance for the assigned facility

Job_Number: 2500

Qualifications

Master's degree in nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with a psychiatric/mental health focus
Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the applicable state
National certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Prior experience providing direct patient care as a Nurse Practitioner
Current prescriptive authority, including DEA registration as required
Experience in correctional healthcare, behavioral health, or comparable clinical settings preferred
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred if required by the facility
Ability to meet all credentialing, background check, and security clearance requirements

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