Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Description:

The primary purpose of this position is to provide psychiatric care to the students of the university community. This entails providing psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorders, and medical assessments for students, as well as prescribing medications and monitoring their use in a therapeutic setting. Provide psychiatric emergency intervention as needed. Consult and collaborate with the clinical staff of The Counseling Center, as well as the Medical Clinic staff to provide appropriate, collaborative care for students. Facilitate the processing of both voluntary and involuntary hospitalizations. Become familiar with and utilize referral sources within the University and external community

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:

The mission of Student Health Center is to provide physical, psychological, environmental and wellness services to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University students, facility, and staff. As a health organization operating with an academic institution, the Student Health Center is committed to the support of the educational, research and service mission of the University.

The commitment is demonstrated through the participation and support of programs and activities, which enhance the overall well-being of the University community. This mission is fulfilled through the delivery of primary, preventive and educational services, which are responsive, accessible, and of high quality. A strong commitment is made to maintaining professional excellence in addressing the health problems that are unique to this population in an effort to:

• Minimize interference in academic achievement by health concerns;

• Educate students toward the achievement of healthy lifestyle as a foundation for pursuing personal and professional goals; and

• Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and healthy atmosphere, in which student’s faculty and staff live and work.

Requirements:

• Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner ( PMHNP )

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina, or a multistate RN license/privilege recognized by North Carolina.

• Completion of a graduate-level Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program ( MSN , post-graduate certificate, or DNP ) from a nationally accredited program.

• Current Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner—Board Certified ( PMHNP -BC) certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center ( ANCC ), or eligibility for certification if the position permits a new graduate.

Preferred:

• 1–3 years of experience providing psychiatric/mental health care, preferably in a college/university, outpatient behavioral health, community mental health, or integrated healthcare setting.

• Experience with young adults and emerging adults, including anxiety, depression, ADHD , trauma-related conditions, mood disorders, and other common psychiatric conditions.

• Experience providing psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and follow-up care.

• Experience collaborating with counselors, psychologists, primary care providers, social workers, and other members of an interdisciplinary team.

• Knowledge of college student mental health, crisis assessment, suicide risk assessment, and safety planning.

• Familiarity with HIPAA , FERPA , and confidentiality requirements in a college health environment.

Special Instructions:

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees

• Community Service Leave

• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina

• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )

• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457

• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )

• Campus Recreation Center Discount

• University Bookstore Discount

• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.