Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Job Category : Clinical Requisition Number : PSYCH003281 Description You will provide direct psychiatric care to adults living with serious mental illness, including schizophrenia spectrum disorders, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, and treatment‑resistant conditions. You will work alongside psychiatrists, psychiatric NPs, on‑site PCP, on‑site pharmacist, nurses, case managers, and peer support specialists in a collaborative, team‑based model. Responsibilities Comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnostic clarification, and treatment planning. Ongoing psychopharmacologic management, including clozapine and long‑acting injectable antipsychotics. Integrate brief therapy during visits as appropriate to maximize clinical outcomes. Consultation with colleagues on complex or treatment‑resistant cases. Provide psychiatric care for members on Court Ordered Treatment (COT) as part of overall caseload. Coordinate with primary care, pharmacy, and inpatient teams during care transitions. Mentor and teach psychiatry residents during clinical rotations at our site. Why This Role Matters Behind every diagnosis is a human being with a story, goals, and the capacity for change. Our members often face significant barriers, including serious mental illness, medical challenges, housing instability, isolation, and fragmented care. They also bring resilience, strengths, and possibilities. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who thrives here understands that great care is built one relationship at a time. Your clinical decisions, curiosity, and consistency can help someone regain stability and reconnect with what matters to them. This can lead to meaningful steps toward the life they want to build. What We Offer A mission‑driven organization with deep roots in community behavioral health since 1998. A collaborative, team‑based care model where psychiatrists are supported, not siloed. Outpatient only; no inpatient coverage. A call schedule that respects your time: on‑call coverage limited to several weeks per year, covering critical lab results only (no patient‑facing or hospital‑facing calls); call volume is very low. Manageable caseloads designed to prevent burnout and allow you to practice the way you trained to. Who You Are Board‑certified or eligible PMHNP. Experienced in working with SMI populations, ideally in community mental health or comparable settings. Psychologically‑minded: skilled at both medication management and integrating brief therapy when appropriate, to care for the whole person. Comfortable navigating complexity and energized by the opportunity to make a difference in community mental health. A team player who values collaboration. Education and Licensure Requirements Valid DEA certification. Minimum one (1) year experience in community psychiatry or comparable setting preferred. Must maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Therapeutic Options (de‑escalation/workplace safety) certifications, offered through Southwest Network. Valid Arizona driver’s license and vehicle insurance. Must be at least 21 years of age. Compensation and Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Health Savings and Flex Spending account options. Paid sick, vacation, and holiday time (10 paid holidays per year). CME reimbursement and paid CME time. Retirement plan (403b) with company match. Virta (diabetes management program). Disability insurance. Basic life insurance with the option to purchase supplemental insurance. Employee Assistance Program. Employee Discounts. Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of education, employment, driving record and auto insurance, and completion of a criminal background check and drug testing. EEO Statement This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southwest Network Company Brand