Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Position Summary In collaboration with the supervising physician, the Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), at Ocean County DOC, Toms River, NJ provides comprehensive psychiatric and medical services to incarcerated individuals within the Department of Corrections. Services are delivered in accordance with community standards of care, correctional healthcare regulations, and applicable state and federal laws. This role emphasizes patient-centered, evidence-based mental health treatment in a secure and multidisciplinary environment.

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Skills and Abilities

Advanced clinical assessment skills, including psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and development of treatment plans

Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology with the ability to safely prescribe, monitor, and manage psychiatric medications within the scope of licensure

Ability to deliver high-quality, patient-centered mental health care consistent with community standards and correctional healthcare guidelines

Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills in both routine and high-acuity situations

Proficiency in ordering, interpreting, and responding to diagnostic tests and clinical data Strong documentation skills, including accurate, timely, and compliant electronic health record (EHR) entries

Effective communication and collaboration skills when working with physicians, nursing staff, mental health professionals, and custody personnel

Ability to educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and ongoing care plans

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, secure environment

High level of professionalism, discretion, and adherence to ethical, legal, and regulatory standards, including HIPAA and PREACommitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based clinical practice

Performance Expectations / Essential Duties Conduct and document comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including patient history and mental status examinations

Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic and laboratory tests as clinically indicated

Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications and therapeutic treatments in accordance with licensure, protocols, and collaborative practice agreements

Perform invasive or therapeutic procedures within scope of practice as necessary

Prepare and dictate discharge summaries, transfer orders, and continuity-of-care documentation

Develop, implement, and follow established patient care protocols and clinical guidelines

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to educate patients on their mental health conditions and treatment plans

Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge through consultation, formal education, and review of current literature

Participate in quality improvement, peer review, and clinical performance initiatives

Perform all other duties as assigned

Functional Demands Ability to pass all required health screenings and background checks

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and participate in on-call coverage

Must be available to work on short notice when operationally necessary

Organizational Expectations Provides a positive and professional representation of CFG Health Systems, LLC.Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention

Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice

Adheres to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations

Participate in ongoing quality improvement activities

Completes required orientation as directed by the facility

Follows facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment

Follows facility and CFG Health Systems Occurrence Protocol Upholds HIPAA and PREA regulations

Punctual and dependable for assigned/confirmed shifts

Maintains security clearance for the assigned : 2500

Qualifications Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with a psychiatric/mental health focus

Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the applicable state

National certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Prior experience providing direct patient care as a Nurse Practitioner Current prescriptive authority, including DEA registration as required

Experience in correctional healthcare, behavioral health, or comparable clinical settings preferred

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification;
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred if required by the facility

Ability to meet all credentialing, background check, and security clearance requirements
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