Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatry

Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware is hiring a Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner to join our team!

Children of all ages can have strong emotions, which can affect how they act, learn, think and feel.

Sometimes their emotions can be tough for them and their families to handle.

That's where we come in.

At Nemours Children's, our behavioral health experts help our patients find the causes of a child's emotions and behavior.

Come join our team and help us create a future where all children are thriving and healthy!

Key Responsibilities


* Have a full panel of patients with psychiatric needs ages 6-21 years of age in an outpatient setting completing comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, developing and executing ongoing treatment plans, including medication management and coordinating care with relevant disciplines and services.


* Will work collaboratively with physicians, nurse practitioners, consultants, nurses, and other health care providers


* Participate in departmental meetings and quality improvement initiatives.


* Participate in educational functions of the department (e.g.

didactic teaching, precepting trainees, consultation with primary care)


* Participate in relevant enterprise-wide initiatives and committees.


* Assist with coverage of Consult Liaison Service primarily through at-home call weeknights and weekends and, when needed, daytime service as instructed by department leadership.

Weeknight and weekend call is compensated separately.

What we Offer


* Extensive benefits package that includes quality-based bonus incentives, relocation allowance, life insurance, comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage


* CME and board maintenance allowances


* Retirement plan with employer matching and an additional 457B retirement savings plan


* Educational allowance, paid licensure and malpractice fees, and professional membership dues allowance


* The Delaware Valley is known for its top ranked school systems, recreational opportunities, family-oriented settings, access to world class restaurants, professional sports teams, and entertainment.

Qualifications


* Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner (PMHNP).


* American Heart Association BLS Certification


* Pediatric experience preferred


* The ability to work well within an interdisciplinary team and adapt to a rapidly changing clinical environment are critical


* Strong communication skills with team members are essential

If you're looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.

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