Contract Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Contract Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide comprehensive mental health services across diverse clinical settings. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in psychiatric care, with expertise in medication management, patient assessment, and behavioral health interventions. This role offers an opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality mental health care to a broad patient population, including individuals in outpatient, inpatient, and community-based environments. The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent clinical judgment, communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Duties

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for patients across age groups, including children, geriatrics, and adults.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, ensuring safe and effective medication management tailored to each patient's needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive behavioral health services.
• Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation of patient encounters and treatment progress.
• Provide telehealth services to expand access to mental health care while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Engage in clinical research initiatives related to psychiatric treatments or behavioral health interventions.
• Educate patients and their families on mental health conditions, medication adherence, and coping strategies.
• Participate in discharge planning, case management, and follow-up care to ensure continuity of treatment post-discharge or after outpatient visits.

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with current licensure in the state of practice.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations including children, geriatrics, or individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Proficiency in using EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Athenahealth for medical documentation and patient management.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology principles and experience prescribing medications within scope of practice.
• Familiarity with telehealth platforms and delivering remote psychiatric services effectively.
• Experience managing patients with complex psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, or dementia-related illnesses.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards related to mental health care.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams in various settings including hospitals, clinics, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes. Join our team to make a meaningful difference by providing compassionate psychiatric care that enhances the well-being of our diverse patient community!

Pay: $96,666.41 - $116,415.47 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cary, NC 27513