Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Autonomous Licensed) - PMH NP -UVA Augusta Pediatrics

Virginia Jobs • $105K — $125K *
Fishersville, VA 22939In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree from an accredited nursing or physician assistant program.
  • Valid license as an Advance Practice Provider in Virginia.
  • 2-3 years of relevant clinical experience required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification specific to position required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide advanced practice services including patient assessment and management.
  • Collaborate with medical director and interprofessional team to enhance patient care.
  • Exercise independent judgment in diagnosis and medical procedures.
  • Document comprehensive health histories and physical assessments.
  • Interpret diagnostic studies and consult with peers as necessary.
  • Educate patients and families on disease processes and treatment plans.
  • Participate in clinical education for students and interns.

Benefits

  • Full-time schedule of 4, 10-hour days with some Saturday hours.
  • Opportunity for professional development through continuing education activities.
  • Participation in on-call responsibilities as determined by the department.
  • Supportive team environment with a focus on patient-centered care.
Full Job Description
Augusta Pediatrics is seeking an experienced, autonomous Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide outpatient behavioral health services within a busy pediatric primary care practice. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with pediatric providers to improve access to mental health care for children and adolescents in the community.

Position Highlights
  • Full-time, outpatient-only practice
  • Practice Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am - 8pm, Friday 8am - 4:30 pm, Saturday 8am - 2pm, Sunday 8am - 12noon
  • Schedule: Four 10-hour days, Monday-Friday, with some Saturday hours
  • No inpatient responsibilities
  • Integrated behavioral health model within a pediatric primary care setting
  • Collaborative team of pediatricians, nurses, and support staff
  • Focus on children, adolescents, and young adults
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for pediatric and adolescent patients.
  • Diagnose and manage a wide range of behavioral health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral disorders, mood disorders, and other psychiatric conditions.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medication management and therapeutic interventions.
  • Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications in accordance with Virginia regulations and clinical best practices.
  • Provide ongoing follow-up care to assess treatment effectiveness, symptom improvement, and medication management.
  • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and available community resources.
  • Collaborate closely with pediatricians and care team members to support integrated, patient-centered care.
  • Coordinate referrals to counseling, psychology, psychiatry, developmental services, and other specialty resources as appropriate.
  • Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to a positive, team-based practice culture.
Qualifications
  • Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP).
  • Current or eligible Virginia Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse licensure.
  • DEA registration and prescriptive authority eligibility.
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of psychiatric practice experience preferred, with experience treating pediatric and adolescent populations strongly preferred.
  • Ability to practice independently and manage an outpatient behavioral health patient panel.

Compensation
  • During the first two years of employment, the provider will receive a tiered base salary plus a $10,000 guaranteed incentive.
  • Following the completion of the two-year guarantee period, compensation will transition to a tiered base salary plus a wRVU-based incentive model.

Base salary is determined by years of APP experience:
  • 0-5 years of experience: $105,000 base salary
  • More than 5 years up to 10 years of experience: $115,000 base salary
  • More than 10 years of experience: $125,000 base salary

UVA Physicians Group Benefit Highlights
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Employer-sponsored retirement savings plans with employer contributions and pre-tax/Roth savings options.
  • Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and leave benefits.
  • Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
  • CME/professional development support
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for many positions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

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