Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - Geriatrics

Western Geriatrics and Neurology•Irvine, CA

7d•$140,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Western Geriatrics and Neurology, part of Brigade Health, is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to provide geriatric psychiatric care in patients’ homes and senior living communities. The role combines independent clinical practice with team-based collaboration and internal clinical and operational support. The care model emphasizes compassionate, relationship-based, resident-centered service, dignity, access, quality outcomes, and continuity of care. The practitioner will conduct evaluations and manage psychiatric conditions common among older adults, including mood and anxiety disorders, dementia-related behaviors, and complex neurocognitive conditions. Care includes psychotropic medication management that accounts for comorbidities and geriatric physiology, crisis intervention and family education when indicated, and coordination with primary care providers, therapists, facility teams, caregivers, families, and community partners. The position includes maintaining accurate clinical documentation and follow-through. Compensation includes a guaranteed base salary plus productivity. The posting gives a total annual compensation range of $150,000–$200,000+, based on experience, caseload, and availability, and separately lists a posted-region pay range of $140,000–$200,000. Full-time benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible scheduling, structured onboarding, and ongoing clinical leadership support.

Requirements

Active, unencumbered PMHNP license in the state where the practitioner will work.
Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
Comfort working independently with remote support.
Compassionate, patient-centered approach and respect for seniors and their families.

Nice To Haves

Experience in geriatric psychiatry, long-term care, or mobile healthcare is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for geriatric patients in home and facility-based settings.
Diagnose and manage mood disorders, anxiety disorders, dementia-related behavioral symptoms, and other psychiatric conditions.
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications with consideration of comorbidities and geriatric physiology.
Provide crisis intervention, behavioral guidance, and family education when clinically indicated.
Collaborate with primary care providers, therapists, and facility care teams to coordinate whole-person care.
Build trusted relationships with patients, caregivers, families, and community partners.
Maintain consistent, accurate clinical documentation and follow-through.