Clinical Leader ~ PMHNP or CNS ~ Education

Critical role in a General Psychology practice, focused on school aged patients in an outpatient setting. An MSN or DNP with Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialists certification and 5+ years of psychiatric care and crisis management.


Compensates $180,000+/- yearly base+bonus with great benefits & collegiate team of professionals!

Clinical Leadership & Development
• Serve as the lead resource for advanced practice nurses and other healthcare staff.
• Supervise and mentor advanced practice nurses, promoting professional growth and fostering a collaborative care environment.
• Develop and implement nursing protocols, policies, and procedures that align with organizational goals and clinical standards.

Clinical
• Perform psychiatric evaluations, including conducting threat assessments to identify risk and recommend intervention strategies.
• Evaluate and provide input on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students requiring psychiatric or mental health support, ensuring accommodations meet their needs.
• Manage complex cases and develop comprehensive care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Collaborative Care & Coordination
• Work closely with physicians, therapists, social workers, educators, and other stakeholders to provide coordinated care for patients and students.
• Serve as a liaison between the psychiatric team, administration, and other departments to streamline communication and service delivery.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews, ensuring the integration of advanced nursing perspectives into treatment planning.

Program Development & Quality Improvement
• Identify opportunities for process improvement within advanced nursing practice and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Stay informed about the latest evidence-based practices and integrate them into nursing protocols and patient care strategies.
• Assist in the development and evaluation of psychiatric and mental health programs within the organization.

Qualifications:
• Advanced practice degree (e.g., MSN, DNP) with certification as a Nurse Practitioner

(preferably Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - PMHNP) or Clinical Nurse

Specialist (CNS).
• At least 5 years of advanced clinical nursing experience, including psychiatric care and

crisis management.
• Experience working with educational systems and evaluating Individualized Education

Plans (IEPs) preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of current mental health regulations, evidence-based practices, and

therapeutic modalities.
• Proficiency in conducting psychiatric threat assessments.
• Familiarity with legal and regulatory standards for educational and healthcare systems.
• Strong mentoring and team-building abilities.
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