We are searching for a certified PMHNP – Nurse Practitioner (NP) to work with a team of specialists to deliver compassionate, age-appropriate care to young patients facing mental health challenges. This position is being recruited and hired by Sheppard Pratt Solutions on behalf of Beverly Hospital - a Sheppard Pratt Partner. This is an On Call position covering Anna Jaques Hospital in Amesbury, MA. Backed by Sheppard Pratt - the nation's largest private, nonprofit behavioral health provider - Sheppard Pratt Solutions partners with community hospitals to expand access to high-quality mental healthcare, bringing essential services closer to those in need.

This position is being recruited and hired by Sheppard Pratt Solutions on behalf of Beverly Hospital - a Sheppard Pratt Partner. This role covers telehealth night calls and weekend and weeknights in person. Weekend coverage entails Friday (8pm) to Monday (8 am) and the weeknight shift starts 5 pm to 8 am.

Responsibilities:

Psychiatric evaluation of Child & Adolescent patients being presented from the ED after psychiatric evaluation done by crisis team for possible and appropriate admission to the Child & Adolescent psychiatric unit at Anna Jaques Hospital. Providers must meet requirements for general Psychiatry Core Privileges Rounding weekends, holidays, vacation coverage. Remote coverage for weeknights, evaluation, approval and placement of admission orders for new patients. Admission workup, treatment planning, evaluation, diagnose, treat patients presenting with mental, behavioral, addictive, or emotional disorders (e.g., psychoses, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders)

MDs Legal Documentation:

Sections 10/11 (conditional voluntary admission) or 12 (involuntary admission) , section 21, APRNs cannot sign these forms; MD signature is required. Treatment MDs must cosign treatment plans prepared by APRNs

Admissions:

APRNs are authorized to admit patients. These admissions will be reviewed by attending psychiatrist Admission workup, treatment planning, evaluation, diagnose, treat patients (adults older than 16) presenting with mental, behavioral, addictive, or emotional disorders (e.g., psychoses, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders Performance of history and physical exam Order simple diagnostic tests to include blood tests, urine tests, noninvasive x-rays Privileges to prescribe and order medications within the scope of licensure in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations For APRNs, Daily management, including writing orders, progress notes and discharge summaries (under the supervision of the Attending psychiatrist) EHR: EPIC. Regular complete, daily, and timely documentation is required while covering the service

What you’ll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer: A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions 403b retirement match Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Generous mileage reimbursement program

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience as a Nurse Practitioner.

What we need from you:

Must have a current license to practice in Massachusetts at time of hire. Must be board certified or board eligible. Experience working with the child and adolescent population.

 

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