Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PMHNP - Hybrid

UnitedHealth Group • Kirkland, WA

138d • $104,500 - $156,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Peninsula Psychological Center, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) to join our team in Kirkland, WA. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, you will treat a wide variety of mental health conditions that reflect the needs of our diverse patient population. We offer a variety of solutions that meet the unique needs of our workforce and the patients they serve. From clinical operations such as credentialing to business operations such as contracting, we provide organizational support that allows our providers to focus on what matters - providing care. Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We're revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. This position is based on site at our Kirkland clinic. Flexibility for telehealth sessions may be considered provided client needs are met.

Requirements

• Clear, active and unrestricted Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) license in Washington
• Board certified as a PMHNP-BC by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or eligible for board certification
• Active DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) registration
• 2+ years of clinical experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing in an outpatient setting

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing patient education, specifically regarding medication treatment adherence and aftercare services
• Experience counseling patients using advanced psychotherapeutic techniques, including in group settings
• Experience treating substance addiction and co-occurring disorders
• Experience working with patients in different age groups, including older adults
• Experience working with couples or family counseling
• Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook, Athena RMS (or other EHRs)

Responsibilities

• Utilize evidence-based screening tools and diagnostic criteria to formulate comprehensive treatment plans
• Deliver individual and group psychotherapy sessions, employing various therapeutic modalities tailored to each patient's needs
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications per established protocols and clinical guidelines; monitor medication efficacy and side effects, adjusting treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Competitive salary & eligibility for quarterly incentive bonuses
• Flexible work models & paid time-off when you need it
• Health and well-being benefits like health insurance, 401k matching, and other family support and wellness resources
• Professional development with CME reimbursement and dedicated learning time to advance your career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities