Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Since its founding in 1985, Queen of Peace Center (QOPC) has been providing family-centered behavioral healthcare for women, children, and families. As a member of the Federation of Catholic Charities, we serve the metropolitan and surrounding St. Louis area through four core programs: prevention, education, treatment, and housing.

Position Summary

The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) provides comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and medication management for children, adolescents, and adults within the Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder (MHSUD) programs of Queen of Peace Center and Saint Louis Counseling, the behavioral health service lines of Catholic Charities of St. Louis. This role supports integrated, trauma-informed, and evidence-based behavioral healthcare delivered through outpatient, community-based, and telehealth settings. The PMHNP collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to provide high-quality, person-centered care for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use disorders.

Overview & Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and ongoing medication management for children, adolescents, and adults. Deliver behavioral health services in outpatient, community-based, and telehealth settings. Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams to develop and support integrated care plans. Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the electronic health record (EHR) system. Ensure adherence to all applicable regulatory, ethical, and privacy standards, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2. Support quality improvement initiatives and the implementation of evidence-based clinical practices. Promote integrated approaches to care that address behavioral health, substance use disorders, and social service needs. Coordinate care with internal programs, community providers, and referral partners to support continuity of care. Provide trauma-informed, person-centered care aligned with the mission and values of Catholic Charities of St. Louis.

Knowledge & Experience Requirements

Required Qualifications: Active licensure as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience providing psychiatric care. Demonstrated experience treating both pediatric and adult patient populations. Current prescriptive authority and ability to practice in the state of Missouri. Clinical experience working with individuals experiencing substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health conditions. Ability and willingness to deliver services through telehealth platforms. Strong understanding of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and evidence-based treatment practices. Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience serving diverse populations across outpatient, community-based, and behavioral health settings. Background working with children, adults, and individuals with substance use or complex behavioral health needs. Experience working within nonprofit, community health, or faith-based organizations. Familiarity with integrated care delivery models and value-based care practices. Experience collaborating within interdisciplinary care teams and community partnerships Knowledge of trauma-informed care and culturally responsive behavioral health practices.

Skills & Competencies Required

Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills with sound professional judgment. Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within interdisciplinary and integrated care teams. Commitment to delivering trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and person-centered care. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation. Proficiency in utilizing electronic health record (EHR) systems and telehealth platforms Ability to build rapport and establish therapeutic relationships with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated professionalism, ethical practice, and respect for patient confidentiality Adaptability and ability to manage priorities in fast-paced outpatient and community-based environments. Commitment to continuous learning, quality improvement, and evidence-based clinical practice. Alignment with the mission, values, and principles of Catholic healthcare and compassionate service.

Our Mission

To bring the healing, help, and hope of Jesus Christ to those in need with a compassionate, caring presence. Providing family-centered care for women with substance-use disorders, their families, and at-risk youth through treatment, prevention and education, and housing.