Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Salary Range
Up to $280/hour 1099 Contract
Job Summary
Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Up to $280/hour
Did you know that as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, you can build a flexible and fulfilling career with Willamette Valley Behavioral Health while maintaining the autonomy to shape your practice around your lifestyle and professional goals? Whether you’re interested in seeing clients part-time alongside another position or growing into a full-time outpatient provider role, WVBH supports clinicians in creating sustainable, meaningful careers in mental health care.
Whether your goal is to supplement your current income, transition into outpatient practice, or establish a long-term career in community behavioral health, Willamette Valley Behavioral Health provides the resources, flexibility, and support to help you succeed.
At WVBH, we believe supporting providers ultimately strengthens the care we deliver to our community. By empowering psychiatric nurse practitioners with flexibility, professional support, and meaningful opportunities for growth, we continue expanding access to compassionate, high-quality mental health care across the Willamette Valley.
General Accountabilities
Working with WVBH offers the opportunity to:
• Build a schedule that fits your personal and professional life
• Increase your earning potential while maintaining work-life balance
• Focus more on patient care and less on administrative stress
• Provide accessible mental health services to individuals and families in need
• Grow professionally within a supportive and collaborative behavioral health environment
Job Qualifications
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in the State of Oregon
• Active DEA license and prescriptive authority
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and medication management skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with clinical and administrative teams
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to ethical, patient-centered, and trauma-informed care
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous outpatient psychiatric or behavioral health experience
• Experience treating diverse populations across the lifespan
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Knowledge of community behavioral health resources and integrated care models
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide medication management and ongoing psychiatric care
• Collaborate with therapists, case managers, primary care providers, and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, and treatment recommendations
• Support a positive, collaborative, and patient-focused clinical environment
At WVBH, we are dedicated to supporting our providers through collaboration, flexibility, and opportunities for professional growth while delivering compassionate behavioral health services to the communities we serve.
Skills
• Psychiatric assessment and diagnostic evaluation • Medication management and prescribing • Treatment planning and ongoing clinical follow-up • Crisis assessment and safety planning • Trauma-informed and patient-centered care • Strong clinical documentation skills • Ability to work independently in a 1099 role • Collaboration with PCPs, therapists, and care teams • Knowledge of community mental health resources • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Time management and caseload management • Ethical decision-making and professional boundaries • Experience with EHR systems and telehealth platforms
Pay Structure
This position is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity, offering providers the flexibility and autonomy to manage their practice in a way that aligns with their professional and personal goals. Clinicians have the ability to set their own schedules, determine availability, and manage their preferred caseload while maintaining independence in their practice.
At this time, Willamette Valley Behavioral Health is seeking fully licensed mental health professionals who meet all state licensure requirements for independent practice. Candidates who are currently in the process of obtaining full licensure are encouraged to apply once their license has been finalized and is active within the state of Oregon.
Company Description
At Willamette Valley Behavioral Health, we specialize in trauma recovery therapy that addresses both emotional and physical healing. Our approach integrates evidence-based techniques to help clients reconnect with their bodies and minds, promoting holistic recovery. We aim to create a safe space for healing from overwhelming past experiences.