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POSITION SUMMARY:
Boston Medical Center is seeking Per Diem Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners for its 80-bed behavioral health hospital and 26-bed Clinical Stabilization Services located in Brockton, MA. BMC Brockton operates as a behavioral health accountable care organization providing cutting edge inpatient treatment and stabilization for individuals experiencing complex mental health and substance use needs. Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners are a critical part of a multidisciplinary team and possess unique expertise and a focus on providing quality behavioral health care to acute populations.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners are dedicated team members responsible for assisting a variety of patients by evaluating medical and psychosocial conditions and overseeing the development and implementation of treatment plans. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to take care of the mental, emotional or behavioral disorders for patients engaged in services.
Position: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Department: Inpatient Psychiatry - Brockton Behavioral Health Center
Schedule: Per Diem
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Provide evidence-based evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients including prescribing medications and/or other psychotherapeutic interventions
Provide treatment either independently or with physician supervision in accordance with Massachusetts regulations
Develop treatment plans, measure progress against the plans, and make adjustments as needed
Provide crisis intervention as needed
Complete all necessary clinical documentation in an accurate and timely manner
Collaborate with a broader team of physicians, nurses, social workers, psychologists, and occupational therapists to assess and adjust treatment plans
Coordinate and communicate with case managers, family members and other stakeholders regarding treatment and care
Participate in the teaching of students and other trainees
Participate in departmental and organizational quality improvement programs
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
Master’s Degree from a Nurse Practitioner education program (with specialization in mental health) accredited by a Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing-recognized national accreditation body
Experience:
Two years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in an Inpatient Mental Health Setting. Candidates who have a strong interest in working with patients who come from underserved populations are encouraged to apply.
Licensure:
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Current valid DEA certificate and MA Controlled Substances certificate or eligibility
Buprenorphine waiver required or willingness to acquire waiver
Certification
Current advanced practice certification by Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing- approved nationally recognized certifying body
Other Requirements:
No Medicare or Medicaid sanctions
Knowledgeable about DMH, DPH, BSAS and TJC requirements for Behavioral Health Facilities
Ability to work evenings, overnights and weekends, as needed.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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