Advanced Practice Provider- Psychiatric NP
On-site · Sanford, Maine, United States
Job Summary
Provide care for adults experiencing acute psychiatric crises on an inpatient unit (Sanford, Maine). Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, manage medications, and deliver acute psychiatric care on an inpatient 40-bed unit, with 24-hour physician support. Involves hours 8:00am–4:30pm on weekdays; requires licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with credentialing per Medical Staff By-Laws; prior inpatient psychiatric experience preferred. MaineHealth offers competitive compensation with sign-on and relocation assistance, CME reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree with advanced knowledge of nursing theory and practice, and additional medical training
- 1+ years of patient care in a community mental health center or hospital
- Advanced skill and knowledge in conducting psychiatric evaluations and treating patients
- Current and valid license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant by the Maine State Board of Licensure and qualified to do psychiatric evaluations and medication management
- Specific credentialing criteria needed if working in the hospital as defined by Medical Staff By-Laws
- 2+ years of patient care in an inpatient Medical Hospital is preferred
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