Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Job Description

Job Description

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP, APRN) Canaan, CT

About the Position:

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner plays an integral role in supporting the mental health and overall well-being of Mountainside clients in a residential treatment environment. Working as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team, the Psychiatric NP provides psychiatric assessments, medication management, ongoing monitoring, and coordination of care throughout each client’s treatment.

This position is ideal for a compassionate and collaborative provider who is comfortable supporting clients with behavioral health and substance use treatment needs and values a team-based approach to comprehensive, client-centered care.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Your Role:

• Conduct and document psychiatric assessments as clinically appropriate.
• Prescribe and manage medications based on clients’ individual psychiatric needs.
• Assess and monitor clients’ psychiatric conditions and responses to medication throughout treatment.
• Order, interpret, and document appropriate diagnostic tests and laboratory work.
• Document services, treatment recommendations, therapies, and prescribed medications accurately in the electronic health record.
• Administer Naltrexone and Buprenorphine injections.
• Identify when a higher level of care may be necessary and refer clients to a hospital for further evaluation and treatment when indicated.
• Refer clients to external medical specialists for additional treatment or follow-up as needed.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director regarding significant medical or psychiatric findings and clients’ ongoing clinical status.
• Provide clinical support during crisis situations.
• Communicate and collaborate with referral sources and other medical providers to promote comprehensive care and continuity of treatment.
• Coordinate and support special programs or projects as assigned by the Medical Director.
• Maintain client medical records in accordance with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and Mountainside requirements.
• Assist the Assistant Medical Director with oversight of competency screening for staff performing waived testing upon orientation and annually thereafter.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Nursing (PMHNP required) 
• Active Connecticut APRN license 
• DEA registration required 
• Valid malpractice insurance policy required
• Experience with substance use and co-occurring disorders preferred 

What We're Looking For:

• A compassionate, patient-centered clinician 
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment 
• Commitment to culturally responsive, trauma-informed care
• Strong clinical judgment in assessing and treating co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
• Comfort working with patients experiencing withdrawal and early recovery stabilization
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to culturally responsive, trauma-informed care
• Interest in working within a structured residential treatment environment   

Compensation:

The base salary for this position is $130,000 to $165,000 per year.  Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit package
• Paid Time Off (which increases after 1 year with Mountainside)
• Paid holidays including a Multicultural Holiday
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Free meals while working on the Canaan campus
• Monthly $75.00 wellness reimbursement. Our Wellness Reimbursement benefit is meant to encourage employees to engage in productive self-care to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue.

About Mountainside:

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.