Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric

CHCC Inc•Great Falls, MT

About The Position

Alluvion Health is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our integrated Behavioral Health team. The ideal candidate provides comprehensive mental health care, including psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy, medication management, and collaboration within a team-based care model. This position plays a vital role in improving the mental well-being of our patients through compassionate, ethical, and evidence-based care.

Requirements

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a Psychiatric certification required
Active Montana APRN license with prescriptive authority
Current DEA registration
Valid Montana driver’s license
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access) and ability to learn Alluvion Health software applications
Fluent in English with the ability to read, interpret, and communicate complex information effectively.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Regularly required to sit, use hands/fingers, and operate a computer.
Occasionally required to lift/move up to 40 lbs.
Must possess visual and auditory acuity for patient care and computer-based work.
Mobility to move throughout clinic sites and travel between locations as needed.
Knowledge of psychiatric disorders across the lifespan (children, adolescents, and adults)
Knowledge of medication use, effects, and management
Knowledge of socioeconomic factors affecting mental health
Knowledge of individual and family therapy methods
Skills in crisis intervention and varied therapeutic techniques
Skills in independent work and time management
Skills in effective communication and emotional sensitivity
Ability to interpret and follow technical and professional instructions
Ability to recognize and refer conditions beyond scope to appropriate providers
Ability to manage life-threatening or emergency situations appropriately
Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance
Ability to work effectively with populations from a wide range of backgrounds
Ability to adapt to change, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines
Ability to collaborate within a team while maintaining independence in clinical decision-making

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience in a clinical setting preferred

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, compassionate, and ethical mental health therapy to patients.
Conduct psychiatric evaluations and provide medication management.
Collaborate with patients, families, and integrated care team members to ensure coordinated care.
Complete timely documentation within the electronic health record (EHR) system.
Adhere to Alluvion Health policies, procedures, and continuous quality improvement objectives.
Stay current with research and evidence-based best practices.
Maintain an active DEA registration.
Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary care team.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews, and other evaluation activities.
Flexibility to work varied hours as needed.