Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS)
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS), Newport, Vermont, us, 05855
Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS) is a 501(c)(3) private not‑for‑profit organization dedicated to providing high‑quality community mental health services in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities by promoting hope, healing, and support.
Job Title Psychiatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Base Pay Range $125,000 / yr – $165,000 / yr
Responsibilities
Perform psychiatric nursing assessments in collaboration with the staff psychiatrist.
Accurately diagnose acute and chronic psychiatric and mental‑health issues and develop evidence‑based treatment plans.
Prescribe necessary medications and manage medication safety.
Collaborate with the treatment team and community agencies to coordinate integrated treatment services.
Educate patients and families about diagnosis, treatment, medication and safety.
Provide individual, couple or family psychotherapy.
Assist with clinical supervision and professional development of staff.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in nursing.
Board certified in psychiatric‑mental health.
Vermont certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (preference for adult and child/adolescent areas).
Willing to obtain a Suboxone waiver.
At least two years of experience in public or private mental/behavioral health clinical services.
Thorough knowledge of medical records standards, regulations and diagnosis codes; compliance with all state, federal and agency requirements.
Salary & Benefits
Health and dental insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with agency contribution and match.
Generous paid time off (12 sick days, 12 paid holidays).
Tuition and continuing education reimbursements and loan repayment program.
Outstanding employee wellness program.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
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Job Title Psychiatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Base Pay Range $125,000 / yr – $165,000 / yr
Responsibilities
Perform psychiatric nursing assessments in collaboration with the staff psychiatrist.
Accurately diagnose acute and chronic psychiatric and mental‑health issues and develop evidence‑based treatment plans.
Prescribe necessary medications and manage medication safety.
Collaborate with the treatment team and community agencies to coordinate integrated treatment services.
Educate patients and families about diagnosis, treatment, medication and safety.
Provide individual, couple or family psychotherapy.
Assist with clinical supervision and professional development of staff.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in nursing.
Board certified in psychiatric‑mental health.
Vermont certification as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (preference for adult and child/adolescent areas).
Willing to obtain a Suboxone waiver.
At least two years of experience in public or private mental/behavioral health clinical services.
Thorough knowledge of medical records standards, regulations and diagnosis codes; compliance with all state, federal and agency requirements.
Salary & Benefits
Health and dental insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with agency contribution and match.
Generous paid time off (12 sick days, 12 paid holidays).
Tuition and continuing education reimbursements and loan repayment program.
Outstanding employee wellness program.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
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