Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)

Athena Care•Nashville, TN

18h

About The Position

Athena Care is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) to join its Nashville team. The insurance-based practice provides a range of behavioral health services, including psychological testing, IOP/PHP, Spravato/IM ketamine, TMS, psychotherapy, group therapy, and general psychiatry. The clinician will provide outpatient psychiatric care to adults, adolescents, and/or children, working independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of therapists, PMHNPs, psychiatrists, and psychologists. The role is supported by approachable clinical leadership and operations staff, with an emphasis on high-quality care, continuity with patients, and a friendly work culture.

Requirements

Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
Tennessee APRN/RN licensure in good standing.
Board certification in psychiatry as a PMHNP-BC.
Current, valid DEA registration.
Be comfortable with EMR systems and standard technology tools.
Knowledge of HIPAA and commitment to ethical, patient-centered practice.
Be open to a schedule that includes Friday as a work day; schedule may be four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience providing mental health services.
BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

Provide outpatient psychiatric care to adults, adolescents, and/or children experiencing behavioral health challenges.
Conduct psychiatric evaluations and diagnose patients.
Develop treatment plans.
Prescribe and manage medications.
Write progress notes and maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EMR.
Collaborate regularly with the broader care team.
Maintain licensure and DEA registration.
Participate as a thoughtful, engaged member of the team.