Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive mental health assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based psychiatric care to diverse patient populations. Your expertise will help improve patient outcomes, promote mental wellness, and support recovery in a variety of clinical settings. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with healthcare professionals across specialties, utilize advanced practice skills, and make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including mental status examinations and diagnostic assessments using clinical research principles and medical terminology.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with collaborative practice agreements and HIPAA regulations, ensuring safe administration of psychopharmacology treatments.
• Manage patient care plans by integrating physiology knowledge, medication administration, and behavioral health strategies tailored to individual needs.
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals across disciplines such as internal medicine, geriatrics, pediatrics, and emergency medicine to coordinate holistic patient care.
• Provide telehealth services utilizing EMR/EHR systems like Epic or eClinicalWorks to extend mental health support remotely.
• Monitor patient progress through vital signs, intake assessments, and medical documentation while adhering to HIPAA standards for confidentiality.
• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options including esthetic laser treatments or dermal fillers if applicable, and discharge planning for post-acute care or hospice & palliative medicine cases.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in NC.
• Board Certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in psychiatric or mental health care.
• Strong clinical skills in psychiatric diagnosis and treatment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.

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

Pay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person