Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or licensed Physician Assistant recognized by the Texas Medical Board
Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing
Certification in area of practice or eligibility for certification
Active DEA license or ability to obtain within the first month
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Strong clinical assessment and patient management skills
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse socioeconomic backgrounds
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications with appropriate lab monitoring
Assess and manage mental health crises, including suicide risk
Provide brief therapeutic interventions and patient/family education
Collaborate with healthcare providers and community resources for patient care
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record
Participate in quality improvement activities and support compliance
Benefits
100% Paid Employee Health & Dental Insurance
401(k) with 4% Employer Match
Generous Paid Time Off, Including Birthday Leave
Continuing Education Support
Professional Growth and Leadership Opportunities
Collaborative, Mission-Driven Culture
Opportunities to Deliver Integrated and Whole-Person Care
Chance to Make a Lasting Impact in Underserved Communities
Full Job Description
Your Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, mental status examinations, and diagnostic assessments to diagnose and treat mental health, behavioral health, and substance use disorders across the lifespan.
Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, including ordering and reviewing appropriate laboratory monitoring.
Assess and manage mental health crises, including suicide risk, safety planning, and appropriate interventions.
Provide brief therapeutic interventions and patient/family education to support treatment goals.
Collaborate with healthcare providers and community resources to coordinate patient care and referrals.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in the electronic health record.
Participate in quality improvement activities and support compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
Perform other duties within the scope of licensure and certification as assigned.
What You'll Need
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with recognition as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or licensed Physician Assistant recognized by the Texas Medical Board
Master's or Doctoral degree of Science in Nursing
Certification in area of practice or eligibility for certification
Active DEA license or the ability to obtain DEA certification within the first month of employment
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and patient management skills
Ability to effectively communicate with individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds
Commitment to quality healthcare, patient advocacy, and whole-person care
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications
ACLS Certification
Experience in primary care, family practice, or acute care settings
Experience working in a nonprofit healthcare environment
Supervisory or leadership experience
Why You'll Love Working With Us
100% Paid Employee Health & Dental Insurance
401(k) with 4% Employer Match
Generous Paid Time Off, Including Birthday Leave
Continuing Education Support
Professional Growth and Leadership Opportunities
Collaborative, Mission-Driven Culture
Opportunities to Deliver Integrated and Whole-Person Care
The Chance to Make a Lasting Impact in Underserved Communities
Make a Difference Through Whole-Person Care
As a Psychiatric Mental HealthNurse Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in improving the health and well-being of individuals and families throughout our communities. Your clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to patient-centered care will help ensure every patient receives the quality healthcare they deserve.
Ready to advance your career while making a meaningful impact? Apply today and join the MyCHN mission!
