Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
MHM Services, Inc. is a leading national provider of specialty healthcare services to state and local government agencies.  MHM is known best for its quality behavioral health and medical services in correctional facilities, state psychiatric hospitals, nursing homes and other community settings thru contracts with government agencies in 15 states.  Offering over 25 years experience, MHM is one of the largest employers of mental health professionals with approximately 2,500 employees including a professional team of over 200 Psychiatrists.

MHM's brand of healthcare management has become the field of choice for many who seek a sense of purpose and a stable work environment unaffected by economic trends. Our reporting and administrative systems reduce red tape and offer solid support systems and solutions. Our teams embrace progressive treatment methods, and our environment affords practitioners the ability to initiate change, track progress, and promote continuity of care. From mental health and long-term care to medical and forensic services, our employees are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care for every population they serve.

In the state of Pennsylvania, MHM is the mental health service provider to the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections and Philadelphia Prison System.  We are seeking a Part Time Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team of over 20 Psychiatrists & Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners collectively at Philadelphia Prison System. If you are not interested in a Part Time commitment, MHM is also hiring for Internal Locums opportunities.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Provide comprehensive on site psychiatric services to an adult male inmate / patient population at Philadelphia Prison System. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will work as part of a strong mental health treatment team to include: Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Masters Level Social Workers, Psychologists & Nursing. Overview of responsibilities:  Outpatient / Inpatient Psychiatric Care, Evaluations, Medication Monitoring, Treatment Planning.  Enjoy the ability to achieve a better Work - Life balance by leaving work on time every day and no on call responsibilities!

PART TIME BENEFITS SUMMARY (20 hours minimum):
Company Paid Malpractice Insurance

Paid Days Off (prorated)

Paid Holidays (prorated)

401K

FACTS:
Across the nation, prison and jail populations are on the rise due to tougher criminal sentencing. Coupled with the lack of public mental health resources, the number of inmates entering the system with a serious mental illness has also risen dramatically.

• 1:100 adults in the U.S. is incarcerated. 
• Of these, approximately 16% suffer from a serious mental disorder
• Additionally, in 2005, 56% of state prisoners and 64% of local jail inmates reported symptoms of a mental disorder

We invite you to explore the many reasons why correctional healthcare has become the industry of choice for so many mental health care professionals across the nation:

Wide Spectrum of Psychiatric Disorders

Collaborative Team Approach

• Psychiatric Certified Nurse Practitioner or Adult Family Practice Nurse Practitioner with solid mental health experience.
• Active, unrestricted Pennsylvania license with DEA.
• All qualified candidates will be required to submit to a thorough security clearance as required by the institution of employment

 
MHM Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to workforce diversity.

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