Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - PMHNP

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerBearden of TN, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team in Knoxville, TN. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters - providing care.Primary Responsibilities:Provide psychiatric services, consisting primarily of outpatient psychiatric evaluations and medication management, in a variety of clinical settings during scheduled hoursPrescribe, recommend, or discontinue drugs and treatments to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders in accordance with the Collaborative Practice Agreement and the state's Nurse Practice ActCollaborate with counselors, social workers, or other treatment team members to coordinate client careMaintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirementsParticipate in our patient growth strategy by providing a profile for online directories and other marketing effortsWe are committed to your well-being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and benefits with varying eligibility based on role, including:Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonusesFlexible work models & paid time off when you need itHealth and well-being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resourcesProfessional development with CME reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your careerYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:Clear, active and unrestricted Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license in the state of practiceBoard certified as a PMHNP-BC by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration2+ years of clinical experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing in an outpatient settingExperience providing psychotherapy to children and adolescentsPreferred Qualifications:Experience working with patients in different age groupsExperience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We're revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.