Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Community Health Care in Washington

Job Description

Job Description

Forensic PMHNP in Olympic Peninsula | 4-Day Week + Loan Repayment

150K-175K+ Base | 4-Day Work Week | No Call | Forensic Psychiatry Focus

Step into a specialized, forensic-informed psychiatric practice in Port Angeles, Washington, bridging critical mental health gaps for individuals transitioning from justice settings back into the community. You will deliver high-acuity medication management, diversion triage, and transitional care within a mission-driven model built on quality rather than volume. This employed role offers strong base compensation, comprehensive state and federal loan forgiveness eligibility, monthly student loan stipends, and an automatic employer retirement contribution.

The Mission: Closing the GapYou will help build a clinical bridge for individuals transitioning from city and county jails back into the community.

You will provide:

• Medication management for high-acuity patients
• Forensic diversion support
• Integrated physical + psychiatric triage
• Continuity of care during critical transitions

Practice Highlights: Quality Over Quantity Protected 4-Day Work Week

• Permanent 4/10 schedule
• No call, weekends, or after-hours responsibilities

Sustainable Scheduling

• 90-minute new evaluations
• 30-minute follow-ups
• 12-15 patients/day
• Emphasis on clinical depth over volume

Forensic & Community Work

• Partner with forensic outreach teams for "warm hand-offs"
• Work in jail and community settings
• Build early rapport to improve outcomes

Protected Time

• Medical Director manages crisis calls
• Time off is fully protected

The Gateway to the Olympics

Port Angeles sits between Olympic National Park and the Strait of Juan de Fuca, offering unmatched natural beauty and community living.

• Hiking, kayaking, and Hurricane Ridge nearby
• 400 annual wellness reimbursement (gear or park pass)
• Lower cost of living than Seattle
• Ferry access to Victoria, BC
• Life Flight membership provided

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: 150,000-175,000+
• 5% automatic 403(b) employer contribution after 6 months
• 150/month student loan assistance
• Loan repayment eligibility (state/federal programs)
• 90% employer-paid medical premiums
• ~1,500 HSA contribution annually
• 20 PTO days + 7 hours/month sick + 14 holidays
• 1,000 CME + 3 CME days
• Licensing fees fully covered

Why This Role Stands Out

This is a rare opportunity to practice forensic-informed psychiatry in a structured, supportive environment where clinical quality is prioritized over volume. You'll have autonomy, protected time, strong compensation, and a lifestyle rooted in one of the most scenic regions in the Pacific Northwest.

Apply today to learn more about joining a mission-driven behavioral health team. Company Description

We are a healthcare staffing company that was founded in 2009 and focused on placing physicians and advanced practitioners in permanent, temporary, and executive-level roles. In 2020 we were purchased by the Silicon Valley tech company, Doximity.

Since the acquisition, we have been moving at 200 miles an hour, combining the people side of the business with technology to do healthcare staffing in a different way.

Curative finds incredible talent with less hassle using better data. We combine the heart and hard work of experienced recruiters with the intelligent technology of Doximity, the world’s largest professional medical network. The result: the commitment and ability to find people who care.

Company Description

We are a healthcare staffing company that was founded in 2009 and focused on placing physicians and advanced practitioners in permanent, temporary, and executive-level roles. In 2020 we were purchased by the Silicon Valley tech company, Doximity.\r\rSince the acquisition, we have been moving at 200 miles an hour, combining the people side of the business with technology to do healthcare staffing in a different way.\r\rCurative finds incredible talent with less hassle using better data. We combine the heart and hard work of experienced recruiters with the intelligent technology of Doximity, the world’s largest professional medical network. The result: the commitment and ability to find people who care.