Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Salt Lake City, Utah | Full-Time | CHARTERAt First Step House, "We help people build lives of meaning, purpose, and recovery." Everything we do is centered around that mission, and we are looking for people who want their work to have a meaningful impact on the lives of the people we serve.We are hiring a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our Medical Clinic team in Salt Lake City!About the RoleThe PMHNP provides concurrent mental health and substance use disorder care to clients of First Step House who are working with a primary treatment team. This position primarily serves individuals receiving treatment for a substance use disorder who also experience co-occurring mental health conditions.Many of the people we serve come to First Step House from incarceration, homelessness, shelters, or detox programs and may have had little or no consistent access to medical care. The PMHNP also provides psychiatric care to individuals living in First Step House permanent supportive housing who are experiencing serious mental illness.In this role, you will independently assess, diagnose, prescribe, and monitor psychiatric medications, while collaborating closely with therapists and other members of the treatment team to provide safe, coordinated, and high-quality care.The PMHNP will also complete training and provide medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders. Success in this position requires an understanding of the complex needs of individuals experiencing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, homelessness, and other barriers to consistent healthcare.We're looking for a PMHNP who is clinically confident, organized, collaborative, and able to establish strong professional boundaries while maintaining a compassionate, client-centered approach.Tired of working 40+ hours a week? Join First Step House and enjoy a standardized 36-hour work week!Our Full-Time Benefits Include:36-hour work week to support a healthy work-life balanceRobust paid time off program with enhanced benefits as you grow with us15 paid holidays annually, including your birthday401(k) employer matchingMedical, dental, vision, and life insuranceOpportunities for professional development and trainingMeaningful work supporting individuals in recovery and permanent supportive housingWhat You'll DoConduct thorough psychiatric evaluations using advanced clinical knowledge and skills to assess mental health status, identify symptoms, and develop differential diagnosesEvaluate patients' overall health and well-being while considering physical, psychological, and social factors that contribute to mental health conditionsUtilize suicide risk screening tools as appropriateDiagnose a variety of mental health and substance use disorders using industry-standard diagnostic tools, including the DSM-5-TRPrescribe psychiatric medications and monitor and evaluate client responses to treatmentOrder, administer, and analyze necessary diagnostic testingCreate client care plans and contribute to existing treatment plansCollaborate with therapists, treatment teams, and other First Step House departments to coordinate careEducate clients on medication management, health prevention, disease processes, and self-care strategiesProvide clients and their families with comprehensive information about mental health conditions, treatment options, coping strategies, and self-careComplete required training and prescribe medication-assisted treatment for substance use disordersMaintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record using appropriate clinical language and structureMaintain thorough knowledge of program rules, client rights, and relevant legal and ethical requirementsMaintain current knowledge of pharmacological recommendations relevant to the First Step House populationOperate medical equipment as neededMaintain appropriate licensure, certifications, and credentials required for the position and the State of UtahUtilize scheduling tools, electronic health records, research databases, and other technology necessary to work effectively in a medical clinicAttend relevant employee training and staff meetingsDemonstrate an Outward Mindset in all work duties and interactionsWhat We're Looking ForEducation & LicensureGraduate of an accredited Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) program3–5 years of experience working as a PMHNPCurrent Utah PMHNP licensureBoard-certified as a PMHNPValid National Provider Identifier (NPI)Current Controlled Substance LicenseCurrent DEA certification with no disciplinary actionKnowledge of Medicaid billing requirements and proceduresKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal, listening, verbal, and written communication skillsStrong clinical problem-solving and decision-making skillsStrong knowledge of disease processes and pharmacologyAbility to independently assess and diagnose a variety of mental health and substance use disordersStrong understanding of psychiatric medication managementAbility to handle confidential and legally sensitive situationsFunctional knowledge of privacy laws, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2Ability to accurately document client interactions using appropriate clinical terminology and documentation standardsUnderstanding of legal and ethical requirements related to scope of practice, licensure, and agency policiesStrong professional and interpersonal boundariesStrong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple prioritiesAbility to work effectively with electronic health records and scheduling systemsProficiency with modern office software, clinical reference tools, research databases, and other technology used in a medical clinicAbility to maintain positive, client-centered relationships while working with individuals who may have complex behavioral health and substance use needsWhy First Step House?At First Step House, you'll do more than manage medications. You'll have the opportunity to provide whole-person psychiatric care to individuals who may have historically faced significant barriers to healthcare.You'll work alongside therapists, case managers, housing teams, and other professionals to help clients address both their mental health and substance use needs while building stability and long-term recovery.If you're a compassionate and clinically skilled PMHNP who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people experiencing complex behavioral health needs, we'd love to meet you!For more information about our non-profit organization, you can visit our website at For more details on testimonials, simply follow the link below and scroll to the bottom. -opportunities/ All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.