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Nichols College

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Nichols College, Dudley, Massachusetts, us, 01571

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Full/Part Time: Part Time Regular/Temporary: Regular

Overview Clackamas County Health Centers – Behavioral Health Clinics seek a full‑time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide comprehensive psychiatric care, including evaluations, medication management, crisis intervention, and treatment planning. This position is classified as a Nurse Practitioner at 35 hours per week.

Responsibilities

Prescribe and administer medications within legally established formulary; evaluate patient response; educate clients regarding medication risks and benefits; document according to clinic policies.

Conduct and document psychiatric evaluations and reassessments; order and interpret diagnostic procedures and laboratory tests; develop and implement treatment plans; make referrals to other health care providers and social service agencies.

Participate in clinic operations and quality assurance activities; evaluate and recommend improvements to health care services; assist in the formation and review of clinical protocols, policies and procedures; participate in continuing education and in‑service training.

Provide consultations to other service providers, group homes, schools and community groups on behavioral health care issues; develop and present education material.

Qualifications

Licensed to practice as a registered professional Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the State of Oregon with prescriptive privileges (within 30 days of hire).

Must meet the definition for a QMHP as established by the State of Oregon.

DEA registration certificate with Schedule 2 and Schedule 3 privileges (within 30 days of hire).

Must possess and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate.

Must successfully pass the credentialing process.

Experience in positions that require handling a wide range of situations and circumstances effectively, positively and professionally.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred: Experience in accurate psychiatric care including evaluations and medication management; crisis management; treatment plans; behavioral health clinic experience; Epic EHR; high caseloads (hundreds).

Pre‑Employment Requirements

Must pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment drug test.

Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check.

Driving is necessary for County business; must possess a valid driver’s license.

Work Schedule This position works 35 hours during a standard work week of Monday through Friday. Hybrid on‑site/telework subject to department business needs; telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.

Benefits

Hourly Pay Range: $59.77 – $76.05

12 hours of vacation accrued per month; one‑time option to frontload first year of vacation accruals.

8 hours of sick accrued per month.

10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year.

Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).

Choice of Medical Plans including chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

Choice of Dental Plans.

Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes.

Longevity pay.

Additional retirement savings options, including 457b Deferred Compensation Plan.

Application Process Clackamas County only accepts online applications. To apply, visit

https://apptrkr.com/6754519 .

Contact the Department of Human Resources at 503‑655‑8459 or email

jobs@co.clackamas.or.us

if you have any questions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

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