Outpatient Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

New Directions Mental Health seeks a Behavioral Health Advanced Practice Provider to deliver outpatient psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults. The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below. In this role, you will complete psychiatric evaluations, develop personalized treatment and medication plans, and provide ongoing medication management and psychoeducation. You will collaborate closely with therapists and a supportive, team-oriented clinical staff, all grounded in empathy and client-centered care. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing professionally within a collaborative, mission-driven mental health practice. Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults Develop and manage individualized treatment and medication plans Provide ongoing medication management and psychoeducation Collaborate closely with therapists and multidisciplinary team members Monitor treatment outcomes and adjust care plans as needed Document all encounters accurately in the EHR system Participate in case consultations and clinical meetings Support a culture of empathy, safety, and collaboration for clients and staff Psychiatric assessment and diagnosis Medication management and psychopharmacology Treatment planning Suicide risk and safety assessment Knowledge of DSM-5 criteria Electronic Health Records (EHR) documentation Interdisciplinary collaboration xevrcyc Crisis intervention Patient and family education Outcome measurement and quality improvement Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Board certification as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) or Psychiatrist (MD/DO) Active, unrestricted state license to practice as an NP or Physician DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances BLS certification Experience with electronic health records (EHR)