Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
Amae Health is seeking to connect with talented Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners for potential future hiring needs. Although there may not be an immediate opening, candidates may be contacted as needs emerge. The role is part of an interdisciplinary team delivering personalized, compassionate, high-quality outpatient care to people with serious mental illness (SMI). Amae’s integrated model brings psychiatry, therapy, primary care, dietitians, and community health workers together to provide coordinated, longitudinal care. The clinician would provide psychiatric evaluation and assessment, medication management, individualized treatment planning, and ongoing consultations as patients progress through recovery. The role also involves close collaboration with patient care teams, attention to medical and behavioral health needs affected by social determinants of health, and education for patients and families about conditions, treatment, and recovery planning.
Requirements
- Master's or doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
- Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC).
- Active, unrestricted California NP license and prescriptive authority in good standing.
- DEA registration or ability to obtain it.
- At least 2 years of experience working with SMI/outpatient populations.
- Familiarity with the medical, mental health, and social service systems in the LA Metro area.
- Holistic perspective on health and understanding of patient rights.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
- Comfort with technology and interest in using technology to improve care delivery.
Nice To Haves
- TMS certification.
- Clozapine REMS certification and Medicaid enrollment, or willingness to obtain them if needed.
Responsibilities
- Provide behavioral healthcare management to Amae Health patients and monitor and manage care using appropriate treatment modalities as patients progress through phases of recovery.
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments and provide ongoing medication management for patients with serious mental illness.
- Develop individualized treatment plans addressing psychosocial and medical needs that may limit recovery.
- Provide regular consultations as patients navigate recovery, in person and occasionally virtually.
- Liaise with patient care teams and collaborate with behavioral health providers to support integrated, cohesive care.
- Address medical and behavioral health needs to mitigate the negative impacts of social determinants of health.
- Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and recovery planning.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Parental leave.
- Programs built around employee well-being.
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Job Type
Full-time
