What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner position at The Arc Mercer?
Position: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Compensation: $100/hour
Employment Type: Part time - Weekdays 3:30pm-8:30pm. One Saturday per month
Reports To: Director of Practice Operations
What We Offer:
- Top 401k plans in the industry. Employer contribution of 5% and 6% match, for a total of 11%
- Comprehensive Medical and Dental Benefits
- Paid Time Off: Personal, Vacation & Sick; Paid Holidays
Who We Are:
The Arc Mercer is a trusted leader in providing comprehensive support and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across Mercer County. For over 70 years, we have been dedicated to creating a more inclusive community by empowering individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives. At The Arc Mercer, we don't just talk about change - we build it. Our mission-driven team thrives on innovation, inclusivity, and impact.
Who We Need:
We are looking for a Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our clinical team to work with individuals with developmental disabilities in our healthcare center located in Ewing, NJ.
What We Need:
- Provide direct clinical services to clients through one on one sessions.
- Collaborative with the psychiatrist to provide patient assessment and diagnosis, formulate treatment plans, prescribe medication, order laboratory tests, and provide patient education.
- Create a treatment plan specially tailored to the client utilizing a variety of techniques and medications.
- Collaborate with a team of providers to evaluate all contributing psychiatric factors toward the condition of the clients.
- Measure progress and effectiveness of treatment and adjust as needed.
- Ensure accurate documentation of sessions.
- Provide medication management for clients on medication and intermittent reassessment.
What You Need:
- A Nurse Practitioners Master's degree with focus on psychiatric nursing.
- NJ State APN (Advanced Practice Nurse) License
- Experience with patient with special needs and developmental disabilities is preferred.
- Med Management, Psycho Therapy, and Intake
- The ability to plan, organize, prioritize daily tasks and work with minimal supervision.
- The ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and written.
- Credential with Medicare/Horizon NJ Health/Horizon BCBS is desirable.
- Incident to billing experience.
- Must have DEA & CDS license.
Have Questions? Email us at recruiter@arcmercer.org or call 609-477-9806 for more information.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation or assistance with your application, please contact us at accommodations@arcmercer.org
Pre-Employment Requirements: All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, physical exam, PPD test, and verification of an acceptable driving record.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Arc Mercer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Salary : $100