- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for adolescent and adult patients with eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions
- Provide ongoing psychopharmacological treatment and monitoring
- Collaborate with therapists, dietitians, physicians, and other medical providers to ensure integrated care
- Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and treatment planning
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with professional and regulatory standards
- Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, and medication management
- Stay current with evidence-based practices and developments in eating disorder treatment
Requirements
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
- Current Nurse Practitioner license in Massachusetts with prescriptive authority
- Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
- Minimum 2 years of psychiatric experience
- Prior experience in eating disorders strongly preferred
- Proficiency in EMR systems
- Experience with behavioral health assessments and psychopharmacology
- Familiarity with ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding
- Experience in medical settings such as eating disorder programs, hospitals, outpatient clinics, or urgent care facilities
- Strong understanding of eating disorders and behavioral health
- Familiarity with telehealth services for remote patient consultations
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Commitment to compassionate, recovery-oriented care
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in conducting psychiatric evaluations and providing psychopharmacological treatment for patients with eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards in documentation and care.
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