Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and experienced psychiatric nurse practitioner to join our behavioral health team. In this role, you will provide high-quality mental health care to patients across the lifespan, supporting accurate assessment, evidence-based treatment, and ongoing medication management. The ideal candidate is dedicated to improving patient outcomes, communicating clearly with patients and care teams, and delivering care with professionalism and empathy.

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including history taking, mental status examinations, and risk assessments.
• Diagnose and treat a range of mental health conditions in accordance with evidence-based practice and organizational protocols.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, including monitoring response, side effects, and adherence.
• Provide patient education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medication use, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nurses, social workers, and other members of the care team to coordinate treatment.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
• Respond appropriately to behavioral health crises and support safety planning when needed.
• Refer patients to higher levels of care or specialty services when clinically indicated.
• Stay current with best practices, clinical guidelines, and regulatory requirements in psychiatric care.

• Master’s or doctoral degree in nursing with an advanced practice psychiatric specialty.
• Current licensure as a nurse practitioner and applicable prescriptive authority.
• Certification in psychiatric-mental health nursing practice or eligibility consistent with role requirements.
• Clinical experience in behavioral health, psychiatry, or related settings preferred.
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychopharmacology.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient engagement skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to delivering respectful, culturally responsive, and patient-centered care.

• Experience caring for diverse patient populations in outpatient, inpatient, or community-based settings.
• Comfort working with patients experiencing acute symptoms, chronic conditions, or complex psychosocial needs.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care, substance use treatment, and crisis intervention.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a dynamic caseload while maintaining a high standard of care.

• A supportive, mission-driven environment focused on quality care and professional growth.
• Opportunities to collaborate with experienced clinicians across multiple disciplines.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Continuing education and development opportunities.
• A workplace culture that values respect, integrity, and teamwork.

If you are passionate about mental health care and committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families, we encourage you to apply.