Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatry - Clinton, MA

UMass Memorial Health Clinton, MA 01510, US

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$135,283.20 - $170,414.40 / year

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$135,283.20 - $170,414.40

Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

About UMass Memorial Health - HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital - Clinton Campus

UMass Memorial Health - HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital - Clinton Campus, in partnership with the Department of Psychiatry at UMass Memorial Health Care, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Behavioral Health Program. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team providing high-quality psychiatric care to geriatric and older adults in an inpatient setting.

About the Department of Psychiatry:

The Department of Psychiatry at UMass Memorial Health is a leader in the field, offering a broad range of psychiatric services across central Massachusetts. We are the largest provider of psychiatric services in the region, with over 400 faculty members who collaborate within UMass Memorial Health, UMass Medical School, and the public sector. Our department excels in areas such as addiction psychiatry, neurodevelopmental disorders, child and adolescent psychiatry, and public sector psychiatry. We provide outstanding education, training, and research initiatives, and we are committed to transforming lives through recovery.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with a focus in Psychiatry to provide care in our 20-bed geriatric and older adult inpatient psychiatric unit at Clinton Hospital. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the NP will be responsible for conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health conditions, prescribing medications, managing treatment plans, and collaborating with psychiatrists, social workers, and nurses to provide comprehensive care. This role also involves participating in the development of care protocols, patient discharge planning, and patient/family education.

The Nurse Practitioner will work closely with the Medical Director and other members of the psychiatric team to ensure the highest quality of patient care, safety, and compliance with all regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients, including history-taking, mental status exams, and diagnostic assessments.
Diagnose a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, addiction-related disorders, and dementia.
Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, focusing on pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
Prescribe psychiatric medications and monitor patients for effectiveness, side effects, and any necessary adjustments.
Participate in daily treatment team meetings, providing input on patient care and treatment progress.
Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
Support patients and families with education on psychiatric conditions, medication regimens, and recovery strategies.
Provide ongoing management of patients, ensuring continuity of care through discharge planning and follow-up.
Ensure documentation of patient assessments, progress, and treatment plans is complete and accurate in the electronic health record (EHR).
Stay current on best practices, treatment modalities, and advancements in psychiatric care.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives and quality assurance processes to improve patient care and outcomes.
He/She will also act as an expert witness for court cases involving civil commitments and guardianships

Qualifications:

Education: Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
Licensure: Current Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Massachusetts.
Certification: Board certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) is required.
Experience: Prior experience in psychiatric settings is preferred, including inpatient care, medication management, and crisis intervention.
Skills:
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills in psychiatric care.
- Ability to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
- Proficiency in prescribing medications, including psychiatric medications.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team and patient families.
- Ability to work independently while managing a diverse caseload of patients.
- Experience in using electronic health records (EHR) for documentation and patient management.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in an inpatient psychiatric setting, including with diverse patient populations.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices in psychiatric care and mental health recovery.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Sign-on bonuses and referral bonuses.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
6+ weeks of paid time off (vacation, CME, holidays).
$2,000 practice/CME allowance per fiscal year.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Paid family and medical leave; short-term and long-term disability.
Hospital liability insurance.
Concierge services for relocation (if applicable).

Why Join UMass Memorial Health - HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital - Clinton Campus?

Located in the scenic and historic Clinton, Massachusetts, UMass Memorial Health offers a vibrant community with access to the best in education, healthcare, and recreational opportunities. Clinton is just a short drive to Worcester, Boston, and Providence offering residents a rich cultural, educational, and professional environment. You’ll also enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work in a respected institution with a strong commitment to mental health and recovery.

UMass Memorial Health is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diverse perspectives and experiences.

Application & Inquiries

Interested applicants are encouraged to reach out directly to:

c/o: Krystal Vincent, Provider Recruiter
Krystal.Vincent@umassmemorial.org

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

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