PSYCHIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER

Salary Range:  $115,003.20 - $161,967.88

Primary scheduled hours:  days, full time or part time (2-4 days per week)

Job Summary: This position will be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with mental health and emotional disorders, providing psychotherapy and prescribing medication when necessary. Will provide outpatient psychiatric evaluation and medication management services at Newport Health Clinic.  

Essential Job Functions:

• Diagnose and treat patients with a variety of mental health and emotional disorders.
• Provide psychotherapy tailored to the needs of each patient.
• Prescribe medications as part of a comprehensive treatment plan when clinically indicated.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and assessments to determine the appropriate course of treatment.
• Manage and monitor patients’ medications, ensuring effective medication management is maintained.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, including therapists, social workers, and primary care providers, to deliver a holistic approach to mental health care.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with clinic policies and state regulations.
• Provide support and consultation to families and caregivers regarding patient care and progress.

Education Background and Experience Requirements 

Minimum Education:

PMHNP: Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Nursing with focus in Psychiatric Nursing.

Graduation from a state-certified advanced practice program specializing in psychiatry/mental health.

Required Licensure / Certifications:

 Active license as Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Required Experience:

5+ years of experience in a clinical setting preferred 

Knowledge of mental health and emotional disorders 

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

Able to work as part of a team 

Strong organizational and time management skills 

Preferred Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in a clinic setting preferred.

Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Training & experience treating both children and adults

Experience in a rural setting

Experience in primary care integrated behavioral health

Professional Requirements:

• Maintain regulatory requirements
• Report to work on time and as scheduled; complete work within designated timelines.
• Demonstrates the ability to adhere to the mission, ethics and goals of the District.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate with patients, guests and staff in a courteous, respectful and helpful manner.

Compensation/How We Care For You:

Successful candidates typically begin between the beginning and midpoint of the compensation range dependent on qualifications/experience and receive compensation in increments increases annually.

Comprehensive Benefit Package Including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Retirement with a 6% dollar for dollar employer match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• AFLAC
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus, if eligible upon Board approval
• Gym membership
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Opportunities

Newport Hospital & Health Services (NHHS) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.  NHHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

NHHS employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens.  All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

NHHS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.