About the role#
North Suffolk Community Services offers practicum placements for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner students. You will work within our Community Mental Health Centers alongside our nurse practitioner team, who serve as your preceptors. These positions are paid and available on a rolling basis.
What you'll do#
You will participate in psychiatric mental health nursing services. Your work involves supporting patients with a wide variety of diagnoses and clinical presentations. You will also engage with a diverse range of demographics throughout your placement.
What you'll need#
- You must be a current psychiatric mental health NP or DNP candidate.
- This role requires self-motivation and the ability to take initiative.
- We look for students with experience or a strong interest in severe mental illness.
- Note that this program is not for RN or BSN candidates.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
About North Suffolk Community Services
North Suffolk Community Services provides mental health and addiction recovery care. Founded in 1959, the organization operates out of Chelsea, Massachusetts. It serves families, children, and individuals through a network of 4 clinics, 38 residences, and 74 programs. The staff of over 900 people assists more than 10,000 individuals each year.
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