Psychiatric APRN
Middlesex Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychiatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join our expanding Adult Outpatient Mental Health Services team. This full-time (40 hours/week) position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality psychiatric care within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
As a Psychiatric APRN, you will have the unique opportunity to support continuity of care across the mental health services continuum. You will be part of a highly supportive clinical and administrative team committed to excellence in patient care and professional growth.
Position Highlights
- Full-time, 40-hour outpatient position
- Collaborative team environment with experienced behavioral health clinicians and support staff
- Opportunity to mentor and work alongside Nurse Practitioner students during clinical rotations
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans with an employer match
- Eligibility for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for adult patients
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications in accordance with state and federal regulations
- Provide ongoing medication management and psychiatric follow-up care
- Collaborate with therapists, social workers, primary care providers, and other members of the treatment team
- Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation within the electronic health record
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support a patient-centered model of care
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Current Connecticut APRN license
- Board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or eligibility to obtain certification
- Experience working with mental health populations in outpatient and/or inpatient settings
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and clinical assessment skills
- Commitment to providing outstanding patient care and promoting a collaborative work environment
About Middlesex Health Behavioral Health Services:
Middlesex Health provides a comprehensive continuum of Mental Health services, including:
- Adult outpatient psychiatry and therapy services
- Inpatient psychiatric care
- Crisis and emergency mental health services
- Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
- Child and adolescent behavioral health services
Our mission is to provide exceptional, compassionate care while fostering a supportive and collegial workplace culture.