Nurse Practitioner – Clinical Specialist II (APRN), Psychiatry

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Date Posted: 07/15/2024

Requisition Number: CHAP-2270

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) , a well-respected, nationally recognized and award-winning public healthcare system is seeking a per diem Clinical Specialist II (APRN) to join our team. CHA is comprised of three Hospital campuses and an integrated network of both primary and specialty outpatient care practices in Cambridge, Somerville and Boston’s Metro North Region, with a fully integrated electronic medical record system (EPIC). The CHA Department of Psychiatry is recognized as a leader in patient care, teaching and research.

Cambridge Health Alliance is expanding services to address substance use disorders for its patients and communities. We are opening a low barrier and harm reduction clinic at The Cambridge Hospital to provide treatment for patients who need immediate attention and who could benefit from additional clinical services. The program will be multidisciplinary and interdepartmental, and collaborate with other departments throughout Cambridge Health Alliance and with our community partners in order to meet the needs of our patients with substance use disorders.

• 24 Hours/week; Days/Evenings, MNA Cambridge Union

• Provide evaluations and treatment for an assigned caseload of clients providing a range of psychosocial care.

• Facilitate clinical coordination of admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure a smooth patient flow.

• Perform clinical assessments and evaluations.

• Demonstrate expertise in a variety of clinical modalities.

• Plan, implement, and revise treatment in consultation with multidisciplinary team and with community agencies as appropriate.

• Function as team leader in multi-disciplinary team discussion regarding treatment planning, treatment review, quality assurance and utilization review function/procedures.

• Administers medication according to nursing policy and procedure.

• Communicate effectively with management, peers, and health team members.

• Interact effectively with patients, families, and/or significant others.

• Adapt to change in a positive professional manner.

• Maintain current Basic Life Support “C” Certification and certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing by the American Nursing Association.

Ideal Candidates will have 2 years of experience in the advanced practice role and must be a graduate of an accredited National League of Nursing graduate school of nursing. Master’s degree (Nursing preferred) with a specialization in psychiatric mental health nursing or relevant clinical area. Current Massachusetts licensure is required authorizing practice in an expanded role as a Psychiatric Nurse Clinical Specialist and authorization including prescriptive authority.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.