Advanced Practice Nurse - Psychiatry

About Us:

AtlantiCare is the area’s leading health system offering integrated, patient-centered care across multiple specialties. Our comprehensive behavioral health services provide high-quality mental health and substance use care to diverse populations across southern New Jersey.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our outpatient services team.

Position Summary:

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will provide direct patient care to adult individuals in an outpatient setting. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team—including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and primary care providers—to ensure comprehensive, coordinated treatment plans for patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and follow-up appointments for outpatient clients
• Provide telepsychiatry services using secure, HIPAA-compliant platforms
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with behavioral health team members and refer patients to appropriate internal or external resources as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Participate in case conferences, supervision, and quality improvement initiatives
• Educate patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and medication adherence

Qualifications:

• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in NJ
• Certified in specialty
• DEA license with the ability to prescribe psychiatric medications
• Experience in outpatient psychiatry preferred (new grads with strong training and interest in outpatient care may be considered)
• Comfortable with telehealth platforms and remote patient care
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Passion for providing equitable, culturally competent mental health care

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Up to 264 hours of PTO annually
• Generous CME allowance, plus paid CME time
• Supportive, multidisciplinary behavioral health team
• Continuing education opportunities and professional development support
• Access to robust EHR and telehealth tools
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.