Advanced Practice Nurse - Psychiatric Mental Health

Summary Position eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. Must meet eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit an EDRP application within four months of appointment. Award amount up to $200,000 over one to five years. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply. Responsibilities Uses advanced clinical judgment to independently provide evidence‑based treatment to Veterans with acute or chronic mental illness, including psychotropic medications, psychotherapy, and other modalities. Provides patient and family education on medical/mental health conditions, preventive measures, and prescribed treatments. Demonstrates leadership and collaborates with other mental health and specialty care professionals, involving Veterans and their families in treatment plan development. Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Counsels and treats patients with substance use disorders. Orders and interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies. Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services. Exemplifies the ICARE core values of Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence. Compensation and Benefits Competitive salary with regular increases and potential performance awards. Paid Time Off: 50 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays). Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting). Federal 401(k) with up to 5% VA contributions. Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care coverage. One full and unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory. Work Schedule Full‑time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm (subject to change based on facility needs). Telework: Not available. Virtual: Not a virtual position. Relocation/recruitment incentives: Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized. Contact View email address on click.appcast.io – EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr