Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Kokomo
About The Position
Indiana Health Centers, Inc. (IHC), a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center serving underserved and uninsured communities since 1977, seeks an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for its Kokomo location. IHC provides integrated primary medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare services across Indiana. The role offers an opportunity to support patients in the community and requires a commitment to IHC’s mission, integrity, compassion, and respect for all individuals. This is a 100% outpatient role managing patients of all ages and a variety of health conditions. The schedule includes 35 patient-care hours and 5 administrative hours per week. The position is part of a collaborative, team-based care model with onsite Integrated Behavioral Health, a flexible schedule, and opportunities for professional growth. Clinic hours vary by weekday; the clinic is closed on weekends. The role uses eClinicalWorks EMR. The compensation and benefits package includes an additional reward and retention bonus opportunity of $20,000 paid in allotments, $2,500 for CME plus five days, and a guaranteed minimum annual salary increase of 2.5%. IHC provides paid malpractice coverage with 100% tail insurance through the Federal Tort Claims Act, and the position is eligible for the National Health Service Corps and company loan repayment programs. Licenses, DEA, and board certifications are paid. Insurance benefits are available from day one, with employer-paid group life and short- and long-term disability coverage and employer HSA contributions. A 403(b) retirement plan with matching begins after one year of employment. Other offerings include generous PTO, floating holidays, flexible leave programs, and employee assistance programs with 24/7 access to therapy consultation services.
Requirements
- Board certification in the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specialty.
- Valid Indiana license and current DEA licensure and prescriptive authority post-hire.
- At least 2 years of clinical experience.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Training and experience in the PMHNP specialty.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of behavioral concepts, specialty treatment, and community resources.
- Maintain continuing medical education requirements for licensure.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in a Community Health Center.
- Spanish-speaking skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform physical examinations and assessments appropriate to patients’ ages and establish a database and medical history.
- Diagnose illnesses and conditions and establish acceptable management plans under the supervision of and in consultation with supervising physicians.
- Provide counseling and patient education on preventive care, medications, and basic nutrition.
- Attend and participate in clinic staff meetings.
- Assist with, participate in, or conduct clinic-related projects and programs with approval of the Site Medical Director.
- Follow HIPAA and OSHA standards for medical care providers.
Benefits
- $20,000 additional reward and retention bonus opportunity paid in allotments.
- $2,500 CME allowance plus 5 days.
- Guaranteed minimum 2.5% annual salary increase.
- Paid malpractice with 100% tail insurance covered through the Federal Tort Claims Act.
- Eligibility for National Health Service Corps and company loan repayment programs.
- Paid license, DEA, and board certifications.
- Day-one insurance benefits eligibility.
- Employer-paid group life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
- Employer HSA contributions.
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching after one year of employment.
- Generous paid time off and floating holidays.
- Flexible leave of absence programs.
- Employee Assistance Programs with 24/7 access to therapy consultation services.
- Flexible schedule.
- No weekends, evenings, or major holidays.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Supportive work environment focused on work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
