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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMH-NP)

Department: Clinical Services | FLSA Status: Exempt | Reports To: Director of Clinical Operations

Part-Time | Telehealth / Remote

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMH-NP) to join our growing tele-health behavioral health team. In this fully remote role, the PMH-NP will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and ongoing care to individuals experiencing a range of mental health conditions. The ideal candidate is clinically excellent, patient-centered, and comfortable delivering high-quality psychiatric care through a telehealth platform.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for new and established patients via telehealth.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans including psychopharmacological interventions and therapeutic recommendations.
• Manage a panel of patients with conditions including depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and other psychiatric diagnoses.
• Monitor patient progress, adjust medications as clinically appropriate, and document outcomes in accordance with evidence-based practice.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention as needed, with appropriate referrals to higher levels of care.
• Collaborate with therapists, care coordinators, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure integrated, whole-person care.

Telehealth Service Delivery

• Deliver all clinical services via a HIPAA-compliant tele-health platform, ensuring a professional, private, and secure environment.
• Maintain punctual scheduling and efficient patient flow to meet productivity expectations while upholding quality of care.
• Assist patients in navigating the telehealth experience, including troubleshooting basic platform issues and ensuring informed consent.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Adhere to all applicable state and federal regulations governing prescribing authority, controlled substances (DEA), and telehealth practice.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, licensing requirements, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review processes, and ongoing clinical audits.

Patient Engagement & Education

• Provide patient education on diagnoses, medications, side effects, and self-management strategies in a clear and empathetic manner.
• Engage patients and, where appropriate, their families or support persons in shared decision-making and care planning.
• Promote medication adherence and support patients in overcoming barriers to treatment.

Qualifications

Licensure & Certification

• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state(s) of practice; multi-state licensure or compact eligibility strongly preferred.
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMH-NP-BC) through ANCC required.
• Active DEA registration with prescriptive authority, including Schedule II-V controlled substances.

Education & Experience

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health required.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a PMH-NP, preferably in an outpatient or tele-health behavioral health setting.
• Experience treating adult and/or adolescent populations with a broad range of psychiatric conditions.
• Prior tele-health experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency with EHR systems; experience with behavioral health platforms.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and psychopharmacology skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build rapport in a virtual environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and thrive in a remote work setting.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and patient-centered care.

Why Join Us

Our mission is to make high-quality psychiatric care accessible to all - regardless of geography or circumstance. As a member of our telehealth team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients who may otherwise face significant barriers to mental health treatment. We offer a flexible, fully remote work environment, a collaborative clinical culture, and the support you need to practice at the top of your license.