Psychiatry job located in Connecticut

• Job Reference Id:  ORD-212057-NP-CT
• Title:  NP
• Dates Needed:  Early/Mid May - Mid August
• Shift Type:  Day Shift
• Assignment Type:  Outpatient
• Call Required:  No
• Board Certification Required:  No
• Job Duration:  Locums

This structured behavioral health day treatment program provides a higher level of outpatient care for adults with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The facility offers multiple hours of clinical programming several days per week to support stabilization and recovery without requiring inpatient admission. The organization maintains established protocols for comprehensive behavioral health services in a community-based treatment environment.

This area features notable attractions including Foxwoods Resort Casino, Yale University, and Mohegan Sun Casino with its accompanying arena. The region offers maritime experiences through Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium, along with recreational activities such as kayaking and canoeing on the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound. Cultural offerings include various museums and historic trolley experiences, with seasonal events typically beginning in early May.

The psychiatric nurse practitioner will evaluate, diagnose, and manage treatment for clients with co-occurring disorders including substance use during part-time day shifts totaling 24 hours per week. Clinical responsibilities include prescribing and overseeing medications such as Suboxone, Sublocade, and Methadone for patients requiring specialized substance use treatment. The clinician will complete comprehensive assessments and intakes to support patient-centered recovery care in the structured day treatment program environment.

• Case Load/PPD:  6-12
• Patient Population:  Adults
• Location Type:  On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:  Yes
• Government:  No
• Shift Hours:  Part time (24 hours)
• Cases Treated:  Adults with co-occurring disorders including substance use
• Average Length of Stay:  Not applicable
• Census:  Not applicable
• Med Checks/Follow-up per day:  Variable
• Initial Evaluation Time:  Variable

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