Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Newport Healthcare • Merrifield, VA

85d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you’ll be at the forefront of providing top-notch mental health care. You’ll work directly with clients and their families, conducting evaluations, managing medication therapies, and offering psychotherapy and counseling. Your expertise will help us ensure the highest standards of safety and continuity of care!

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution is required.
• Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner, with full/independent practice authority, in the state of VA and Board Certification in Psychiatry.
• Current DEA license.
• Minimum of 3 (3) years of experience practicing as a Psychiatric NP and with adolescents and young adults is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with clients in a PHP/IOP/OP or psychiatric treatment environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with an amazing mental health team while overseeing the psychiatric care of your own caseload of clients.
• Conduct evaluations and manage your clients through engaging direct care encounters. You’ll prescribe medications, order labs, and provide essential education to clients and families.
• Keep our records in tip-top shape by completing assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes within 24 hours.
• Connect with other providers to gather important client histories and ensure smooth transitions during admissions and discharges.
• Attend fun and informative treatment team meetings and training sessions to keep your skills sharp and your knowledge fresh.
• Maintain excellent communication with your clinical team, outpatient providers, and family members to create a supportive environment for our clients.

Benefits

• Competitive and equitable compensation.
• Compensation is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions.
• Internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior