Psychiatric Certified Nurse Practitioner en Meritus Health

Brook Lane is seeking a Full time Day Psychiatric Certified Nurse Practitioner for their North Village Outpatient facility.

Working independently and in collaboration with Physicians, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible to deliver care and integrate patient services with the goal of achieving specific clinical, financial and satisfaction outcomes for specific patient populations and disease processes. Coordinates with patient's healthcare team. Adheres to ethical principles of practice as defined by the Nurse Practice Act and the ANA code of ethics for nurses. Delivers healthcare in a therapeutic and professional manner demonstrating sensitivity towards unique patient/significant other needs. Preserves and protects the patient's autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs. Demonstrates the ability to advocate for the patient/significant other.

Why Join Meritus Health?

• A mission-driven health system with a strong community focus
• A chance to lead innovative dining experiences in a healthcare setting
• Supportive team environment and room for professional growth
• Competitive pay and benefits

Why Hagerstown:

• Discover a myriad of experiences in one of the two fastest-growing counties in Maryland, Washington County, where diversity thrives. Explore the rich history of the crossroads of the Civil War, or embark on outdoor adventures along the Appalachian Trail and numerous national and state parks. Enjoy cultural attractions such as the Maryland Theater, home of the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, and easy access to nearby urban centers like Baltimore and Washington, DC.

About Us:

• Meritus Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care in our community.
• Upcoming Medical School and Residency Programs
• The Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine is set to launch in the summer of 2025, offering a promising growth for our organization.
• Meritus is also developing new residency programs in the upcoming years with plenty of teaching opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education - Masters in Nursing required. Doctorate Degree in Nursing Preferred. Completion of a Certified Nurse Practitioner program.
• Experience - Five years experience as a Registered Nurse. One year experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred.
• Licensure/Certification - License to practice as Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland required.  Current DEA Registration and CDS permit required.  Current BLS (CPR) in compliance with policy required. ACLS and PALS (if applicable) in compliance with policy required. For Wound Center only - ACLS in compliance with policy required.  For Brook Lane only - Maintain American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification in Family Psychiatry and Mental Health.   

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities 

• Demonstrates critical thinking, extensive clinical competence and expertise. Demonstrated ability to work well with all disciplines at all levels. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Fluency in coding, ICD-10 and CPT, or commitment to acquire. Will have EHR computer access. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

• Comprehensive psychiatric care for patients as approved through Brook Lane's privileging and credentialing process and in compliance with Brook Lane policies.
  Leadership of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Participation in the peer review process and continuous process improvement projects as required by the Chief Medical Officer
• Attend and actively participate in all meetings of the multidisciplinary treatment team, Medical Staff, and assigned committees as required by the Medical Staff By-Laws.
• Close collaboration with members of a multi-disciplinary team for the purpose of evaluation, treatment, and disposition of patients.
• Flexibility and willingness to work with patients and staff across Brook Lane's continuum of care (inpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient).
• Provides consultation to other professionals in areas of expertise, when asked.
• Maintains documentation of services provided in compliance with Brook Lane policies.
• Meets all inpatient coverage expectation.

 Job Details

• Approximately 20 patients a day
• 5 day work week, Monday-Friday
• Call: phone coverage and reserve inpatient coverage

Caring for our Team

We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
  Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
  Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
  Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay
  Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.