Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Part-time (20-hours/week)

Impact Life•Newark, DE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Part-Time (20 Hours per Week) On-Site | Newark, Delaware Social Prescribing Whole Person Healthcare Program Impact Life Are you passionate about transforming health care by addressing not only the mental health needs of patients, but also their social and emotional well-being? At Impact Life, we are seeking a compassionate and innovative Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our Social Prescribing Whole Person Healthcare Program . This role provides an opportunity to deliver integrated behavioral health care while helping patients connect with community resources and social supports that improve overall health outcomes. This part-time position (20 hours per week) is on-site at our Newark, Delaware location . The Social Prescribing site operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM , and the PMHNP’s 20 hours per week will be scheduled within those operating hours.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited program
Current and valid Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification
Current and valid APRN license in the State of Delaware
Certification and credentials that allow for independent practice as a behavioral health provider in Delaware
Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience, preferably in behavioral health, integrated care, or community mental health settings
Prescriptive authority with DEA and Delaware CSR registration

Nice To Haves

Experience working in integrated behavioral health or collaborative care models
Experience with social prescribing models or community resource navigation
Experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders or recovery services
Experience working with underserved or vulnerable populations
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with diverse populations
Strong clinical judgment and ability to provide patient-centered psychiatric care
Ability to address health disparities and utilize a holistic approach to treatment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt in dynamic healthcare environments and manage competing priorities
Collaborative team mindset and enthusiasm for community-based care
Commitment to equitable, trauma-informed, and culturally competent care

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments of patients’ mental, emotional, and social health needs
Diagnose and treat mental health conditions using evidence-based practices
Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications in accordance with Delaware licensure and regulatory requirements
Develop individualized treatment plans that integrate behavioral health care with social prescribing interventions
Provide patient education, counseling, and support to promote mental health stability and recovery
Collaborate with care coordinators, social prescribers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate holistic patient care
Address social determinants of health by connecting patients to community resources and supportive services
Promote health literacy and patient self-management through engagement with patients and their families