Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Perform thorough psychiatric evaluations, establish diagnoses, and create tailored treatment plans.

• Offer evidence-based medication management, including evaluation of treatment response, adherence, side effects, medication interactions, and necessary monitoring.

• Involve patients in shared decision-making by educating them about treatment options, anticipated benefits, and potential risks.

• Evaluate suicide risk and other safety concerns; create safety plans and coordinate escalation or referrals when necessary.

• Provide trauma-informed, culturally sensitive care to individuals with PTSD, anxiety, depressive disorders, and complex psychosocial needs.

• Ensure timely and accurate documentation that supports clinical decision-making, medical necessity, and continuity of care.

• Review treatment objectives and modify care plans as patient needs evolve.

• Collaborate with therapists, primary care providers, and other team members to facilitate coordinated care.

• Communicate effectively regarding patient issues, follow-up requirements, referrals, and transitions of care.

• Engage in clinical consultations, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Optionally provide structured, evidence-based individual psychotherapy within scope of training and competence, including treatment goals, progress evaluations, and appropriate documentation.

⛳️ Requirements

• MSN or DNP with preparation as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

• Current national board certification as a PMHNP.

• Active Maryland PMHNP authorization.

• Current Maryland RN license or valid multistate RN privilege covering Maryland.

• All required credentials must be active before commencing patient care.

• A minimum of three years of clinical experience as a PMHNP, with significant experience in outpatient psychiatric evaluation and medication management.

• Strong knowledge base in psychopharmacology, differential diagnosis, trauma-informed care, and psychiatric risk assessment.

• Required prescribing credentials and registrations for assigned responsibilities.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, sound independent judgment, and effective verbal and written communication.

• Proven professionalism, reliability, and punctuality in completing clinical documentation.

• Proficiency in using electronic health records and telehealth platforms.

• Current CPR/BLS certification.

• Access to a private, secure workspace and a reliable internet connection.

• A compassionate and respectful approach to diverse patients, along with a commitment to serving individuals facing barriers to care.

• Preferred: experience in caring for veterans, trauma survivors, and underserved or vulnerable populations.

• Preferred: experience in treating co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders.

• Preferred: training in evidence-based psychotherapy methods, such as CBT, motivational interviewing, or trauma-focused approaches.

• Preferred: familiarity with eClinicalWorks, AthenaOne, or similar EHR systems.

• Preferred: experience in collaborating within an integrated, multidisciplinary practice.

🏝️ Benefits

• Optional psychotherapy hours, allowing for up to 8 additional hours per week.

• Flexible scheduling arranged by mutual agreement.

• Remote outpatient care opportunities.

• Collaborative practice environment.

• Participation in clinical consultations, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Equal opportunity employer.

• Build meaningful patient relationships and ensure continuity of care.