Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Job Overview
Looking for PMHNP's with a minimum of 30 hours per week. Primarily given prerference to providers who can provide both psychotherapy and medication management. We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our multidisciplinary mental health team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for a diverse patient population. Your expertise will help improve mental health outcomes through evidence-based interventions, medication management, and patient education. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while working in a collaborative and supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.

Duties

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments, including mental status examinations, patient history reviews, and risk evaluations to inform diagnosis and treatment plans.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications using current clinical guidelines and best practices, ensuring safe and effective medication administration.
• Provide psychotherapy services, including individual, group, or family therapy sessions tailored to each patient's needs.
• Collaborate with primary care providers, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate holistic patient care.
• Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation of patient encounters, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, medication adherence, and coping strategies.
• Monitor patient progress through regular follow-ups, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to optimize outcomes.
• Participate in clinical research initiatives or quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing mental health services.
• Assist with triage during urgent cases by prioritizing patient needs and coordinating immediate interventions when required.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality and security of patient information.
• Engage in continuing education opportunities related to psychopharmacology, trauma-informed care, or emerging mental health treatments such as esthetic laser treatments or botulinum toxin procedures if applicable.

Qualifications

• Current valid license as a Nurse Practitioner with certification in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing (PMHNP-BC or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience providing psychiatric care across diverse settings such as outpatient clinics, inpatient units, emergency rooms, or crisis centers.
• Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Athenahealth, Cerner or similar platforms for documentation and order entry.
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications including indications, contraindications, side effects, and monitoring parameters.
• Strong clinical assessment skills with the ability to evaluate complex mental health conditions in children, adolescents, adults or geriatrics.
• Experience managing acute episodes of mental illness within hospital environments such as Level I Trauma Centers or critical care units is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with behavioral health interventions including trauma-informed care and pain management strategies.
• Ability to perform procedures such as venipuncture for lab testing or medication administration; experience with suturing or IV infusion is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and engaging patients empathetically.
• Knowledge of relevant laws including Workers’ Compensation Law and regulations governing hospice & palliative medicine if applicable.
• Additional skills in areas like telehealth delivery models, neuropsychiatric assessments (e.g., memory care), or specialized treatments such as dermal fillers or esthetic laser treatments are advantageous but not required. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to delivering exceptional mental health services! We value your expertise in fostering recovery and resilience while supporting your professional growth through ongoing education and collaborative practice environments. All roles are paid positions dedicated to advancing mental wellness across communities—your dedication can truly transform lives!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $97,532.45 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person