Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner

TRADITIONS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Adult Outpatient Psychiatry
Location: El Cajon, California
Start Date: June 2026
Schedule: Onsite Monday Thursday 10-hour shifts

Position Overview
We are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide adult outpatient behavioral health services in a collaborative clinical setting. The provider will conduct psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing treatment for adult patients.

Opportunity Highlights

Adult outpatient psychiatry practice
Consistent 4-day work week schedule
Collaborative behavioral health care team
Physician supervision available
High-priority coverage need

Job Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for adult patients
Diagnose and treat mental health and behavioral health conditions
Provide medication management and adjust treatment plans as needed
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Perform follow-up visits and ongoing patient monitoring
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EMR
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary behavioral health team members
Participate in care coordination and treatment planning discussions
Ensure compliance with clinical protocols and regulatory standards
Provide patient education on treatment plans and medications

Qualifications

Active Nurse Practitioner license
Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) preferred
DEA license or eligibility
Experience in adult outpatient psychiatry or behavioral health preferred

Skills

Strong knowledge of adult psychiatric disorders and treatment modalities
Expertise in psychopharmacology and medication management
Ability to perform comprehensive psychiatric assessments and diagnostic evaluations
Strong clinical decision-making and critical thinking skills
Excellent patient communication and counseling abilities
Proficiency with EMR documentation
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary behavioral health team
Strong organizational and time-management skills in an outpatient setting

Practice Setting

Adult outpatient behavioral health clinic
Collaborative clinical environment
Immediate coverage need for high-priority role

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