About this opportunity
Keystone Retreat Behavioral Health lists this Nurse Practitioner opportunity in ephrata, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At Sunshine Behavioral Health , we are a leader in behavioral health and addiction recovery services. Our mission is to provide the highest quality substance use and mental health treatment with passion, integrity, and compassion . Through our evidence-based programs, we empower individuals to overcome substance use disorders, manage co-occurring mental health conditions, and build lasting recovery.
If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we invite you to join our growing team.
Position Summary
The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for delivering high-quality psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and behavioral health treatment for patients receiving detoxification, residential, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and/or outpatient services. This position works collaboratively with the Medical Director, Executive Director, Director of Nursing, and interdisciplinary treatment team to ensure safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered psychiatric care while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards.
Weekends: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12pm-10:30pm
Essential Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, mental status examinations, substance use assessments, medication reviews, and risk assessments.
Diagnose and treat psychiatric and co-occurring substance use disorders utilizing DSM-5 criteria and evidence-based practices.
Provide medication management, including prescribing, monitoring, and adjusting psychiatric and detoxification support medications within scope of practice.
Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans based on clinical presentation and response to treatment.
Collaborate with the Medical Director regarding complex psychiatric cases, detoxification protocols, and medication treatment strategies.
Provide crisis intervention and psychiatric consultation for urgent behavioral health concerns.
Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR).
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, case consultations, and discharge planning.
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment recommendations, and recovery planning.
Provide education and clinical guidance to nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members regarding psychiatric conditions and medication management.
Maintain availability during assigned on-call or clinical coverage periods.
Support compliance with Joint Commission standards, state licensing regulations, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, DEA requirements, and organizational policies.
Foster a culture of compassionate, ethical, and patient-centered care.
Minimum Qualifications Current licensure as one of the following: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Physician Assistant (PA)
Active state license in the state of practice.
Active CAQH profile.
Current DEA registration.
2-5 years of behavioral health, addiction medicine, detoxification, residential treatment, or psychiatric practice preferred.
Experience treating individuals with co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders preferred.
Experience using electronic medical records (EMR).
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, communication, and critical thinking skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
Ability to communicate diagnoses, medications, and treatment plans clearly and compassionately with patients and families.
Preferred Qualifications Experience with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
Experience with detoxification protocols and withdrawal management.
Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and behavioral healthcare regulatory requirements.
Experience in residential, PHP, or substance use treatment settings.
Physical Requirements Work is primarily performed in a clinical office environment.
Ability to use computers, telephones, and standard office equipment for extended periods.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic communication systems.
Why Join Sunshine Behavioral Health? Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals seeking recovery.
Collaborative, mission-driven culture.
Opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
Competitive compensation.
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
Supportive interdisciplinary team committed to clinical excellence.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12pm-10:30pm
Worksite address
ephrata, PA, 17522, US
Who can apply
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