Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

The PNP is responsible for prescribing and overseeing psychotherapeutic treatments or medications, carefully monitoring progress, and adjusting care plans as necessary.

Additionally, this position requires continuous engagement with students, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a cohesive, holistic approach to care.

Through data analysis, ongoing research, and participation in meetings and committees, the PNP stays current with advancements in the field and contributes to the evolution of best practices in psychiatric treatment.

Given the sensitive nature of the role, discretion and independent judgment are essential, as the PNP will have access to confidential student information.

Furthermore, the PNP provides on-call psychiatric nursing support for crisis management and remains actively involved in developing strategies to enhance student mental health and well-being.

Prescribe, direct, or administer psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, and/or or behavioral disorders

Gather and maintain patient information and records, including social or medical history obtained from the student, family members and/or other professionals

Design, implement, oversee and manage individualized care plans, using a variety of treatments

Collaborate with The Pine's interdisciplinary co-lead teams, including Clinicians, Teachers, Nurses, OT, and Direct-Care Supervisors

Will work closely with other healthcare professionals as needed and required per Shrub Oak policies and practices to discuss treatment plans and progress as needed and required

Analyze and evaluate patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of mental and/or physical disorders

Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to determine effectiveness of treatments or therapies and approaches

Meet with students to assess general physical, mental and emotional condition(s).

Advise or inform guardians, relatives, or significant others of student's conditions or treatment.

Remain current of research, advances and related topics concerning mental, emotional, or behavioral states or disorders

Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities

Attend meetings, and serve on committees to promote, maintain and share learnings and progress in the field

Provide on-call psychiatric nursing support to manage crisis as needed/ scheduled

Handle any and all other additional responsibilities as needed and required

Please note:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements:

Experience & Education:

Required

Active PMHNP (Psychiatric, Mental Health, Nurse Practitioner) license in good standing.

Graduate degree (Master's with APRN certification or Doctorate) in mental health nursing.

Minimum of three 3 years of experience working as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in pediatric/adult psychiatry.

Experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum or those with developmental disabilities.

Experience handling complex medical, emotional, and psychological situations with a holistic approach toward achieving sustained improvement, well-being, and regulation.

Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, including clinicians, educators, and direct-care staff.

Experience managing responsibilities in a fast-paced, high-volume setting with shifting priorities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to use internal database management software.

Ability to meet physical demands, including frequent standing, walking, talking, hearing, and using hands to operate a phone and computer.

Ability to complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training for Schools (TCIS) in its entirety

Preferred

Experience in a special education or residential school setting, particularly with students requiring psychiatric support and stabilization.

Familiarity with evidence-based psychiatric and behavioral interventions specific to autism spectrum disorders and co-occurring conditions.

Knowledge of sensory integration strategies and therapeutic approaches within a structured, supportive environment.

Prior experience in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.

Previous participation in research, training, or professional development activities related to child and adolescent psychiatry or special education.

Experience in a boarding school environment, particularly with domestic and international students.

Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of psychopharmacology and medication management

Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques

Ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Strong collaboration and teamwork within interdisciplinary settings

Effective communication and counseling skills with students, families, and staff

Data analysis for evaluating treatment effectiveness

Ability to maintain accurate and detailed patient records

Cultural competency and sensitivity in diverse environments

Adaptability to high-paced, high-volume settings with shifting priorities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and internal database management systems

Public speaking and training facilitation for staff and caregivers

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and independent judgment

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain solid relationships across different disciplines

Problem-solving and decision-making skills in complex medical and psychological cases

Executive presence with the ability to represent the school professionally in large and small group settings

Proactive ability to recognize issues quickly and select appropriate solutions

Keen listening skills to assess and address student needs effectively

Benefits:

Available for full-time employees.

An overview of our benefits:

Insurance coverage:

Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Paid time off (PTO)

401k w/ company match

Tuition/Professional development assistance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Employee discounts

Physical Requirements/Demands:

A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration.

Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment's notice.

May need to lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture.

Work Environment:

We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.

EEO Statement:

Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job.

Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.

Please note:

SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community.

Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors.

Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.