Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

Provive Wellness of Scranton is seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our growing behavioral health team. This part-time position begins with a flexible schedule of 6 hours per week, with potential for increased hours as our program expands. The ideal candidate is committed to providing holistic, patient-centered care, and is comfortable managing a range of psychiatric conditions for clients in our outpatient setting. Experience or certification in administering injectable medicationssuch as long-acting antipsychotics and vitamin therapiesis highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Diagnose and treat a variety of psychiatric and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Prescribe, manage, and monitor psychotropic medications in accordance with best practices and current guidelines.
• Administer injectable medications, including long-acting antipsychotics and vitamin therapies, as part of treatment plans.
• Monitor and assess patient response to interventions, adjusting treatment plans as clinically indicated.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary teamincluding therapists, medical staff, and primary care providersto ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Educate patients and families on medication management, mental health conditions, and recovery strategies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in our electronic health records (EHR) system.
• Participate in case consultations, treatment planning meetings, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Active Nurse Practitioner license in Pennsylvania, with current PMHNP certification.
• DEA registration and full prescriptive authority in Pennsylvania.
• Experience administering injectable medications or a willingness to be trained in this area.
• Excellent clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach to care.
• Proficient with electronic health record (EHR) systems and standard clinical documentation practices.

Preferred Experience

• Direct experience administering injectable psychiatric medications (e.g., long-acting antipsychotics, vitamin B12).
• Prior work in outpatient, inpatient, or community mental health settings.
• Comfort working with diverse patient populations, including those with co-occurring substance use or complex needs.

Why Join Provive Wellness?

At Provive Wellness, you'll work alongside a dedicated and passionate team, committed to improving lives through evidence-based care and innovation in mental health treatment. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that values every member of our staff.