Head Nurse - Psychiatric Unit jobs in Newport, RI

**Job Overview:**

We are seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our private practice team. The ideal candidate will provide compassionate care to patients with psychiatric disorders, offering support and treatment in a small mental health private practice setting. We treat a variety of mental health disorders including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and ADHD across the ages of 12-75.

**Duties:**

- Conduct initial psychiatric evaluations and develop treatment plans for patients with psychiatric conditions

- Prescribe psychiatric medications and offer psychotherapeutic support

- Monitor and evaluate patients' mental health status and response to treatment

- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care

- Educate patients and their families on mental health conditions and treatment options

- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation using electronic health record

**Qualifications:**

- Valid RN and PMHNP license in the state of RI

-Valid DEA and CSR licenses

- Previous experience in psychiatric nursing preferred

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Understanding of psychopharmacology and supplemental psychological treatment methods

Joining our team offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health challenges.

This position is highly autonomous and has a flexible schedule tailored to your own preferences.

This is a fee-for-service position, so pay depends on how many patients you see and complexity of services rendered.

You will be credentialed with Bluecross, United, and Tufts.

Private office space provided. You will need to bring your own laptop or computer. Virtual and in person options available.

Background check required.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $3,000.00 - $6,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Private practice

Ability to Commute:

• Warwick, RI 02886 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Warwick, RI 02886: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person