Prescriber

WHO WE ARE...

Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.

For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR...

Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health's mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.

Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You're a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.

Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.

Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER...

• Excellent Health and Dental Insurance
• Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
• Up to 11 Paid Holidays
• Retirement program through Mutual of America
• Additional supplemental insurance programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employer paid life insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) ...

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Prescriber to join our team. This role is vital in providing high-quality mental health care to our patients. The Prescriber will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, a deep understanding of mental health disorders, and a commitment to enhancing patient well-being.

Essential Duties:

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments for patients
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings
• Provide medical and clinical consultations to dually diagnosed clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, including monitoring for efficacy and side effects.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with NMH standards.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of psychiatric interventions and adjust recovery plans as necessary.

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU...

• Active and unrestricted license to practice medicine and prescribe medications in the state of Rhode Island
• MSN in Nursing - Credentialed as an APRN or related discipline with Prescriptive Privileges preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in providing psychiatric services to children, adolescents, and families, preferably in a community-based or intensive in-home setting.
• Proficiency in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, psychopharmacology, and evidence-based treatment modalities for child and adolescent mental health disorders.
• Current Licensure to practice in the State of Rhode Island.
• Eligible to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Professional through the Department of MHRH.
• Eligible to be credentialed as an Allied Health Professional at Newport Hospital.
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders as defined by APA (DSM V)
• Knowledge of emotional and behavioral development
• Knowledge and familiarity with Rhode Island Mental Health Law and Nurse Practice Act
• Knowledge of admission eligibility criteria to inpatient psychiatric units in the State of Rhode Island
• Skill in coordinating emergency assessments for adults
• Knowledge of risk assessment instruments, mental status examination, at risk behaviors.
• Knowledge of community and state resources
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications for adults.
• Knowledge of psychotherapeutic alternatives to medication management.
• Authorized to prescribe psychotropic medications by the Sate of Rhode Island legend medications and controlled substances as described in the RI Nurse Practitioner Act (Chapter 5-34) (Section 5-34-41).
• Knowledge of laws related to rights, HIPAA confidentiality and abuse.
• Knowledge and skill in crisis intervention techniques.
• Ability to become familiar with health insurance plans, benefits, and referral process.
• Demonstrated experience and competence in the PCNS role re: QI clinical practice, assessments, and professional nursing practice.
• Focus on health maintenance, disease prevention and psychoeducation for clients and families.

APPLY NOW

Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:

Human Resources

Newport Mental Health

42 Valley Road

Middletown, RI 02842

Tel: 401-846-1213

Fax: 401-324-6251

Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.