Mental Health Nurse
Company: Foresight Mental Health
Location: San Diego
Posted on: May 2, 2024
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Job Description:
Welcome to Foresight Mental Health. Join a team with purpose! At
Foresight Mental Health, we are committed to supporting our
providers and offering opportunities for mental health
professionals to grow, share, and mentor while providing
compassionate care to our clients! We invite you to consider
joining our team, dedicated to the purpose of improving access to
high-quality mental health care. Join us as a Psychiatric Nurse
Practitioner (Residency) in Our Transition-to-Practice Program
Participate in Foresight's comprehensive six-month
transition-to-practice program specifically designed for newly
graduated PMHNPs or those who have entered the workplace but are
seeking a more supportive and collaborative experience. We offer a
specialized curriculum with individualized training and ongoing
clinical guidance to enhance skills and foster development toward
becoming a proficient and successful practitioner. In addition to
program participation, primary responsibilities include evaluating,
diagnosing, and treating patients with mental, emotional, and
behavioral disorders by conducting comprehensive psychiatric
evaluations, designing personalized treatment plans, prescribing
medication, and assessing treatment outcomes. As a Foresight
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Residency) in Our
Transition-to-Practice Program, You Will: Engage in an immersive
six-month transition-to-practice program that runs concurrent with
patient care responsibilities Manage a progressively increasing
caseload throughout the program, consisting of independent
medication management sessions, evaluations, assessments, and
follow-ups Conduct 60-minute intake sessions and 15- to 30-minute
follow-up appointments during which you will provide brief
supportive therapy Manage 45- to 60-minute transfer appointments as
well as provide intermittent coverage for fellow providers'
appointments Create comprehensive assessments and treatment plans
with proper documentation Participate in weekly meetings with the
Psychiatry Team What Foresight Offers We believe in recognizing and
valuing your expertise. Starting salary: $125,000 annual salary for
a 40-hour work week (including 32 hours a week seeing patients and
practicum and 8 hours of non-patient time to complete learning and
assignments during flex times). Upon completion of the program,
your annual base salary will increase to $145,000. An additional
salary adjustment will be considered based on performance six
months after successful completion of the program. Schedule:
Tuesday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM for patient visits and
practicum, with an additional 8 hours allocated for assigned
modules, readings, homework, case studies, etc. that can be
completed at times that work best for you. Occasional Mondays will
be reserved using your flex time for intensive sessions on various
topics, with dates provided in advance. Remote, work from home
setting We Offer a Culture of Connection and Respect Focused on
Achievement of our Shared Purpose! We also offer our full-time
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners a comprehensive benefits package
that includes medical, dental, and vision coverages, with options
for FSA/HSA; company-paid life insurance; generous PTO (increased
in 2024); optional pet insurance; an Employee Assistance Program;
and a 401K plan with a company match. What We're Looking For: We
are looking for recently graduated Psychiatric NPs who are
passionate about their patients' well-being, enjoy working
collaboratively with colleagues and patients, and want to
simultaneously learn from and share with others. Program candidates
must secure the following prior to joining the program: A master's
or doctoral degree from an accredited graduate program in
psychiatric mental health nursing Appropriate CA-state licensure:
unrestricted active California PMH-NP License and unrestricted
California DEA with schedules II-V ANCC Board Certification Program
candidates should exhibit: Preparedness for participation in a
transition-to-practice program, including ability to commit to a
full-time schedule, which includes attending meetings, educational
intensives, and independent synchronous learning initiatives Strong
organizational and time-management skills Knowledge of fundamental
psychiatry principles, philosophies, and practices Familiarity with
current DSM-V criteria as well as diagnostic capabilities
Understanding of crisis assessment tools and risk assessment
techniques Eagerness for ongoing learning and ability to apply
acquired knowledge in a clinical setting Excellent verbal and
written communication skills Exceptional listening skills and
emotional intelligence Willingness and ability to work as part of a
cohesive team Proven technical ability and comfort with learning
new technologies Familiarity with Google Suite and comfort with
navigating an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system Thanks for your
interest in working with Foresight If you are a California
resident, please read our California Candidate Privacy Notice here.
Foresight is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to
providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet
your needs. If you're a person with a disability and require
assistance during the application process, please don't hesitate to
reach out. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome
members of all backgrounds and perspectives. Employment Type: Full
Time
Keywords: Foresight Mental Health, Calexico , Mental Health Nurse, Healthcare , San Diego, California
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