Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatry

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Job Title: Nurse Practitioner - Consultation Liaison Psychiatry
Location: UMass Memorial Medical Center, Worcester, MA
Position Type: Full-Time

About UMass Memorial Health - UMass Memorial Medical Center:

UMass Memorial Health - UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, Massachusetts, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Consultation Liaison Psychiatry team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, providing psychiatric consultation services to patients admitted to medical/surgical units and those presenting in the emergency department. The ideal candidate will make a significant impact on patient care by addressing the interface between psychiatric and medical illnesses.

About the Department of Psychiatry:

We are the largest provider of psychiatric services in central Massachusetts, with a team of over 400 faculty members working across a range of clinical, research, and academic settings within UMass Memorial Health and the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School. Our Department of Psychiatry is recognized as a national leader in various sub-specialties, including public sector psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and neurodevelopmental disorders.

We offer an inclusive environment where you will have the opportunity to engage in clinical care, research, and teaching. Our Psychiatry department is committed to providing a full range of activities and is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness and addiction.

Job Summary:

The Nurse Practitioner in Consultation Liaison Psychiatry will provide psychiatric consultation services to patients admitted to medical/surgical units and those presenting to the emergency room. You will work closely with attending psychiatrists, medical teams, and nursing staff to develop integrated treatment plans that address both medical and psychiatric concerns.

This position offers a unique opportunity to provide evidence-based psychiatric interventions, educate staff, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of psychiatric disorders in medically complex patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Psychiatric Assessments: Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients in medical/surgical units and the emergency room to assess for psychiatric diagnoses, risk factors, and treatment needs.
• Collaborative Care: Work closely with medical and surgical teams to develop integrated treatment plans that address both psychiatric and medical conditions.
• Interventions and Treatment: Provide evidence-based psychiatric interventions, including medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention, tailored to the needs of the patient.
• Staff Education: Educate medical and nursing staff on psychiatric issues, including the recognition of symptoms, appropriate interventions, and strategies for managing psychiatric emergencies.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and case conferences to discuss complex cases and coordinate care with other healthcare professionals.
• Documentation: Document all clinical encounters accurately in the Epic electronic medical record system, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Continued Learning: Stay current with developments in consultation liaison psychiatry through continuing education and professional development.
• On-Call & Weekend Availability: Optional participation in weekday evening and weekend shifts, with additional compensation offered.

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 a psychiatric setting is required, with specific experience in consultation liaison psychiatry.
• Skills:
  • Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills in psychiatric care.
  • Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and develop integrated care plans.
  • Proficiency in psychiatric medication management and crisis intervention.
  • Excellent communication skills for educating staff and interacting with patients and families.
  • Experience with electronic health records (EHR), preferably Epic.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a hospital or medical/surgical setting, particularly in consultation liaison psychiatry.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in psychiatric care and integrated care models.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Sign-on bonus 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 and paid family and medical leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Hospital liability insurance.
• Concierge services for relocation (if applicable).

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter through our career portal at [insert application link]. For questions regarding the position, contact Krystal Vincent, Provider Recruiter, at Krystal.Vincent@umassmemorial.org.

Why Join UMass Memorial Health - UMass Memorial Medical Center?

Located in the vibrant city of Worcester, MA, UMass Memorial Medical Center is a major teaching hospital and the clinical partner of UMass Chan Medical School. Worcester offers a rich cultural scene, excellent schools, and a variety of recreational opportunities, with close proximity to Boston. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a leading academic medical center while working in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

UMass Memorial Health is committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees.

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.

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