Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric jobs in Bethesda, MD

The incumbent in this position is responsible for medication evaluation and management to a range of clients having psychiatric/mental health and substance abuse disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, under the supervision of consulting psychiatrist(s). This position is regional and serves a number of outpatient locations in the NWCSB service area under the supervision of an NWCSB Lead Psychiatrist and designated primary supervising physician, as in accordance with Virginia licensing requirements for Nurse Practitioners.

This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• VA Psychiatric and Mental Health Family Nurse Practitioner License required, ANCC PMHNP preferred
• Current Prescriptive Authority required
• Experience in mental health services or with behavioral health and/or substance use disorder populations required
• Must possess valid driver’s license, good driving record, and the ability to provide own transportation as necessary

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be exposed to allergenic environments from client’s homes, including extreme heat, humidity, dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
• May be exposed to clients with infectious diseases
• Must be able to drive for long periods of time to visit clients in and out of the catchment area as needed
• Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times

SALARY: $131,731.00

RETIREMENT: NWCSB participates in Virginia Retirement System.

DISCLAIMER: All full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website, www.nwcsb.com. Positions remain open and advertised until filled.

Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $131,731.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person