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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient – Adult Psychiatry

Baylor Scott & White Health•Temple, TX
•Onsite
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About The Position

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join its Addiction Psychiatry team in Temple, Texas. The position provides compassionate, evidence-based outpatient care to adults experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The practice serves approximately 10–15 patients per day in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on recovery and long-term wellness. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no weekends and no call responsibilities. The position includes psychiatric evaluations, medication management, Medication-Assisted Treatment, diagnosis and treatment of co-occurring conditions, patient education, care-team collaboration, and electronic medical record documentation.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP); the qualifications also list Psych-Mental Hlth Nrs-ANCC (MHN-BC).
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN in Texas.
  • DEA license or ability to obtain one.
  • Experience or strong interest in Addiction Psychiatry or Substance Use Disorder treatment.
  • Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered behavioral healthcare.
  • Less than one year of experience is listed in the qualifications.
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP) and Registered Nurse (RN) credentials are listed.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management for adults with substance use disorders.
  • Provide Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and manage treatment plans for patients in recovery.
  • Diagnose and treat co-occurring mental health conditions.
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and care coordinators to support comprehensive patient care.
  • Educate patients about treatment options, recovery resources, and relapse prevention.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development

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Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

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