Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

SSTARBIRTH Residential Program | Cranston, RI

Part-Time | 4-6 Hours per Week

Are you passionate about supporting women during pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and parenthood? Join SSTARBIRTH, a specialized residential substance use disorder treatment program dedicated to helping pregnant, postpartum, and parenting women build healthy, stable futures for themselves and their children.

We are seeking a Board-Certified Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to provide psychiatric services and consultation to residents receiving treatment in our supportive, trauma-informed residential setting.

What You'll Do

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, evaluations, and diagnoses.
• Develop treatment recommendations and individualized care plans.
• Prescribe medications and provide ongoing medication management.
• Educate residents regarding mental health conditions, medications, and treatment options.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment team members to support resident care and recovery.
• Provide psychiatric consultation and treatment recommendations to clinical staff as needed.
• Order, review, and interpret laboratory testing when clinically indicated.
• Maintain availability for medication-related questions and clinical consultation.
• Connect residents with community mental health resources and supports.
• Provide nursing support and consultation to our on-site childcare program.

What We're Looking For

• Licensed APRN or CNS in Rhode Island.
• Board Certification in Adult Psychiatric Mental Health.
• Experience working with individuals affected by mental health and/or substance use disorders preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and co-occurring disorders.
• Strong communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Passion for working with pregnant, postpartum, and parenting women in recovery.