Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric jobs in Potomac, MD

If you possess a strong passion and significant experience in providing comprehensive mental health support, empowering individuals to unlock their full potential or what we call "Rise to be the best YOU" at every stage of life , we'd be delighted to welcome you to our diverse, community and patient centered team.

We are currently expanding our team and we're seeking a PMHNP who has experience working in an outpatient mental health facility. The ideal candidate should possess excellent patient care skills, a strong appreciation for teamwork, and the ability to work independently. We are looking for a self-motivated PMHNP who is comfortable in a fast-paced environment and is eager to bring their enthusiasm to work every day.

Qualifications

• Board Certified by either ANCC or AANP as an psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) / (PMHNP-BC preferred).
• Master’s degree from an accredited nursing program.
• Adhere to all pertinent federal and state regulations, including but not limited to HIPAA and OSHA.
• Prescriptive authorization.
• Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities.
• Bilingual Spanish/English (preferred not required).
• Full vaccination against COVID-19 or a medical/religious exemption is required.

Resposibilities

• Conducting mental health screenings and evaluations to assess the mental health status of patients and identify potential mental health disorders.
• Developing and implementing treatment plans that are evidence-based and address the physical, emotional, and social needs of patients.
• Prescribing and monitoring psychotropic medications for medication management and adjusting dosages based on the patient's response to the treatment.
• Educating patients and their families about mental health conditions, medications, and lifestyle changes that can improve overall well-being.
• Collaborating with other healthcare professionals such as psychologists, counselors, social workers, and psychiatrists to provide comprehensive care to patients.
• Keeping accurate patient records and documentation to track the patient's progress and ensure continuity of care.
• Staying current with the best practices, advancements, and developments in the field of psychiatric mental health nursing to provide high-quality care to patients.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Option to transition from independent contractor to a salaried employee with full benefits. Includes health, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k) matching, 401(k) plan, short/long-term disability and PTO
• Flexible schedule
• License reimbursement
• Bonus pay

At Arising Behavioral Health & Services (ABHS), we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience ABHS as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed Diversity & Belonging into everything we do, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. As such, individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person
• Outpatient
• Skilled nursing facility

Application Question(s):

• Are you bilingual? If so, then what languages do you speak?

Work Location: In person