PMHNP in New Jersey for Crisis Stabilization Unit
Updated 3/06/26
Newark, New Jersey, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Psychiatric-Mental Health
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
We are seeking dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) to join our stabilization unit team in Newark, New Jersey. This role is ideal for clinicians who thrive in high-acuity psychiatric environments and are committed to delivering exceptional crisis-focused care.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Pay — Every Friday
- Health, Dental, Vision + 401(k) Options
Job Responsibilities
Conduct psychiatric evaluations, mental status exams, and comprehensive risk assessments (suicide, violence, withdrawal, etc.).
Develop and implement crisis stabilization treatment plans tailored to immediate patient needs.
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, including initiation, titration, and monitoring for efficacy and side effects.
Perform crisis intervention and de‑escalation using trauma‑informed methodologies.
Order and interpret labs, screenings, and diagnostic tests as clinically indicated.
Provide short‑term therapy, psychoeducation, and supportive counseling.
Focus exclusively on stabilizing patients—no long‑term caseload.
Qualifications
Active NJ Nurse Practitioner License
Board Certification (BC)
MUST have experience working in high‑acuity psychiatric settings.
Preferred: Background in crisis stabilization and detox environments.
Active BLS & DEA
Credentialing assistance may be available
Working Hours
PM: 7:00pm – 7:30am
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