Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

POSITION SUMMARYThe Lifespan Psychiatric APRN provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluation medication management and treatment planning for children adolescents and adults. This role collaborates with an integrated care team to support whole-person health and improve outcomes across the lifespan. The provider will function as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and may provide services within one or more Wheeler programs and the relative concentration between programs may change with the needs of the staff on-site include: Primary Care providers Medical Assistants Care Management staff front desk staff and behavioral health Pharmacy and Quest Laboratory on full-time salary of $120000-$142000 based on years of experience.$10000 sign-on bonus availableLOCATION Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in Bristol CT. This is a NHSC approved site eligible for the loan repayment TimeQUALIFICATIONS-Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician-Board Certified PMHNP (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) or Psychiatrist -Active DEA Controlled substance registrationEMPLOYEE BENEFITSAt Wheeler were committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Heres how we invest in you:Nurture Your Health:Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through CentivoComprehensive dental and vision insurance through CignaAccess to wellness programs to support your physical and mental healthSecure Your Future:Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance403(b) Plan with contributions from the companyFuel Your Career Growth:Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement ProgramAccess training and development opportunitiesQualify for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment programsReceive a productivity incentive to recognize your hard work and dedicationReceive a $100 annual stipend for scrubs/uniformsGet reimbursed for licensure/certification expensesMaintain Work-Life Harmony:Recharge with generous paid time off including:15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge8 sick days per year for your well-being2 personal days per year for your personal needs2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you9 paid company holidays to spend with loved onesAccess free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESConducts psychiatric evaluation and formulates accurate diagnoses in accordance with the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM).Manages prescribed medication performs mental status examinations develops and presents clear clinical impressions and recommendations that are specific and therapeutic interventions appropriate to specific and documents clear clinical knowledge of psychopathology and other behavioral health concerns and effective modalities of psychotherapeutic intervention. Triages clinical emergencies and implements program specific safety and consultation protocols. Utilizes best practices and evidenced based practice models where appropriate and adheres to model and program knowledge of internal and external levels of care referral processes and resources. Makes clinically appropriate referrals for identified service needs in a timely in a positive effective manner with client family and all internal and external providers. Attends any required meetings and direct service productivity goals as defined by program. Demonstrates knowledge of program/department/agency goals and target outcomes and adheres to practice standards and to data collection and reporting all client related information in compliance with agency and is prepared for scheduled supervision. Seeks additional supervision or consultation as needed and follows through with supervisory service in the office and/or community settings outside of the office (e.g. homes schools hospitals institutions other community locations) as defined by the in a professional positive and effective manner with all clients families and collaborating to develop knowledge and understanding about the history traditions values family systems and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches skills and techniques that reflect an understanding of MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:Melissa WagnerVP of