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Dual Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C, PMHNP-BC) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Full-Time | 1099 Independent Contractor | In-Person
Location: Bayville, New Jersey
Compensation: $8,000–$10,000 per month
Position Overview
We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and clinically skilled Dual Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C, PMHNP-BC) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our multidisciplinary team at our Residential Mental Health Treatment Program in Bayville, New Jersey.
This is a full-time, in-person 1099 Independent Contractor position providing comprehensive psychiatric assessment, medication management, and ongoing treatment for adults in a residential behavioral health setting. The ideal candidate is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care while collaborating closely with physicians, nursing, therapists, and leadership to support patient stabilization and long-term recovery.
Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive monthly compensation of $8,000–$10,000.
- Full-time, in-person 1099 opportunity.
- Collaborative interdisciplinary treatment team with Medical Director support.
- Meaningful patient relationships through continuity of care.
- Opportunity to practice high-quality psychiatric medicine in a structured residential setting.
- Supportive leadership that values clinical excellence and provider autonomy.
- Mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate, evidence-based behavioral healthcare.
Clinical ResponsibilitiesPatient Assessment & Treatment
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
- Establish DSM-5 diagnoses and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
- Provide ongoing psychiatric follow-up appointments and medication management.
- Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications within scope of practice.
- Monitor medication effectiveness, adverse reactions, and patient progress.
- Address medical comorbidities within scope of practice (FNP-C providers).
Clinical Care
- Evaluate patients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms and behavioral health concerns.
- Provide crisis assessment, intervention, and stabilization when clinically indicated.
- Collaborate with the Medical Director regarding complex psychiatric cases.
- Participate in admission evaluations, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
- Educate patients regarding medications, diagnoses, treatment goals, and recovery planning.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team (IDT) meetings.
- Collaborate closely with therapists, nursing staff, case management, and executive leadership.
- Communicate changes in patient condition and treatment recommendations promptly.
- Foster a collaborative, trauma-informed treatment environment.
Documentation & Compliance
- Complete timely, accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Maintain documentation supporting medical necessity and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure compliance with New Jersey regulations, accreditation standards, and facility policies.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical best practices.
QualificationsRequired
- Active, unrestricted New Jersey APRN license with dual certification as Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), or an active, unrestricted New Jersey Physician Assistant (PA-C) license.
- Active DEA registration or ability to obtain prior to employment.
- Minimum of two years of psychiatric clinical experience.
- Strong diagnostic assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration abilities.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
Preferred
- Experience in residential treatment, inpatient psychiatry, substance use disorder treatment, or other higher-acuity behavioral health settings.
- Experience managing patients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
- Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
Position Details
- Full-Time.
- 1099 Independent Contractor.
- Compensation:$8,000–$10,000 per month.
- In-person position located in Bayville, New Jersey.
- Schedule coordinated with facility operational needs.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Competitive monthly compensation.
- Flexible and supportive provider environment.
- Collaborative multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Opportunity to build meaningful therapeutic relationships with patients.
- Administrative support that allows you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care.
- Opportunity for professional growth and leadership within a growing behavioral health organization.
Join Our Team
If you are passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care and making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals recovering from mental health conditions, we invite you to join our team in Bayville, New Jersey. Become part of an organization committed to clinical excellence, collaboration, and helping patients achieve lasting recovery in a safe, supportive residential environment.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $8,000.00 - $10,000.00 per month
Ability to Relocate:
- Bayville, NJ 08721: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $8,000 - $10,000