Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for diverse patient populations across outpatient and inpatient settings.

Your expertise will help improve mental health outcomes by delivering evidence-based care, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and utilizing advanced clinical skills. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while working in a supportive, innovative environment committed to excellence.

Duties

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including patient history, mental status examinations, and diagnostic assessments using ICD-10 coding standards.
• Prescribe medications within collaborative practice agreements while adhering to DEA regulations and HIPAA confidentiality standards.
• Develop personalized treatment plans incorporating psychotherapy, medication management, and psychoeducation tailored to individual patient needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Utilize EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation of medical records, progress notes, and treatment plans.
• Provide telehealth services to expand access to mental health care across diverse populations.
• Manage urgent psychiatric cases including crisis intervention, triage, acute pain management, and stabilization in emergency or inpatient settings.

Requirements

• Current certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with valid state licensure.
• Proven experience working with behavioral health patients across age groups including children and geriatrics.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacology related to psychotropic medications and psychopharmacology principles.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth; experience with telehealth platforms is preferred.
• Ability to perform comprehensive physical examinations and medical assessments in addition to psychiatric evaluations.
• Experience working within collaborative practice agreements with physicians or other healthcare providers.
• Demonstrated competence in patient assessment, diagnosis, medication administration, and case management within diverse clinical settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or outpatient clinics.

Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to advancing mental health care through innovative practices and compassionate service!

Pay: $1,500.00 - $2,500.00 per month

Work Location: Remote