Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Autonomous Licensed) - PMH NP - UVA Stuarts Draft Family Practice

UVA Health • Stuarts Draft, VA

21d • Onsite

About The Position

UVA Stuarts Draft Family Practice is seeking an experienced, autonomous Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide outpatient behavioral health services within a collaborative primary care setting. This full-time position offers a four-day workweek (4 x 10-hour shifts) with no inpatient responsibilities. The practice utilizes an integrated behavioral health model within a primary care setting, offering collaborative support from primary care providers, nursing, and care management teams.

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
• Current or eligible Virginia Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse licensure.
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority eligibility.
• Ability to practice independently and manage a diverse outpatient psychiatric patient panel.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 3 years of psychiatric practice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for adolescents and adults.
• Diagnose and treat a broad range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and other psychiatric disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medication management and therapeutic interventions.
• Prescribe, adjust, and monitor psychotropic medications in accordance with Virginia regulations and clinical best practices.
• Provide ongoing follow-up care, including symptom management, treatment monitoring, and medication education.
• Collaborate closely with primary care providers to support integrated patient care and address behavioral health needs within the primary care setting.
• Coordinate referrals to specialty behavioral health services, counseling, substance use treatment, and community resources as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to a patient-centered, team-based care environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Employer-sponsored retirement savings plans with employer contributions and pre-tax/Roth savings options.
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and leave benefits.
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• CME/professional development support
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for many positions.

What This Job Offers

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