Nurse Practitioner - Adult OP Mental Health Services

Middlesex Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychiatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join our expanding Adult Outpatient Mental Health Services team. This (35 hours/week) position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality psychiatric care within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

As a Psychiatric APRN, you will have the unique opportunity to support continuity of care across the mental health services continuum. You will be part of a highly supportive clinical and administrative team committed to excellence in patient care and professional growth.

Position Highlights

• 35-hour outpatient position
• Collaborative team environment with experienced behavioral health clinicians and support staff
• Opportunity to mentor and work alongside Nurse Practitioner students during clinical rotations
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans with an employer match
• Eligibility for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for adult patients
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Provide ongoing medication management and psychiatric follow-up care
• Collaborate with therapists, social workers, primary care providers, and other members of the treatment team
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation within the electronic health record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support a patient-centered model of care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current Connecticut APRN license
• Board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or eligibility to obtain certification
• Experience working with mental health populations in outpatient and/or inpatient settings
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and clinical assessment skills
• Commitment to providing outstanding patient care and promoting a collaborative work environment

About Middlesex Health Behavioral Health Services:

Middlesex Health provides a comprehensive continuum of Mental Health services, including:

• Adult outpatient psychiatry and therapy services
• Inpatient psychiatric care
• Crisis and emergency mental health services
• Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
• Child and adolescent behavioral health services

Our mission is to provide exceptional, compassionate care while fostering a supportive and collegial workplace culture.