Florida Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment and is dedicated to delivering inclusive, culturally responsive care that promotes dignity, safety, and empowerment for every client. The PMHNP will provide high-quality psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and collaborative care for a diverse client population across the lifespan (or specify population).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join our outpatient mental health clinic. The PMHNP will provide high-quality psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and collaborative care for a diverse client population across the lifespan (or specify population). This role requires strong clinical judgment, patient-centered communication, and a commitment to reducing stigma and expanding access to mental health care within the community.


The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment and is dedicated to delivering inclusive, culturally responsive care that promotes dignity, safety, and empowerment for every client.



Key Responsibilities



Clinical Care
·       Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and risk assessments


·       Diagnose mental health and behavioral health conditions


·       Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and care teams


·       Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications


·       Provide medication education and supportive counseling


·       Order and interpret labs or diagnostic tests as appropriate


·       Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation


·       Provide crisis intervention and safety planning when necessary



Collaboration & Coordination
·       Collaborate with therapists, case managers, and medical providers


·       Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations


·       Coordinate referrals and continuity of care


·       Communicate effectively with clients, families, and external providers



Compliance & Quality
·       Adhere to clinic policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements


·       Maintain HIPAA compliance and client confidentiality


·       Support quality improvement initiatives and outcome tracking


·       Participate in staff meetings and clinical supervision as required



Required Qualifications


·       Active and unrestricted Florida APRN license


·       Board Certification as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)


·       DEA registration and eligibility to prescribe controlled substances


·       Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program


·       Current BLS certification (if applicable)


·       Experience with outpatient psychiatric care preferred



Preferred Qualifications


·       Experience working in community mental health or integrated care


·       Familiarity with diverse populations and trauma-informed approaches


·       Comfort with Telehealth platforms and EMR systems


·       Bilingual abilities preferred but not required



Core Competencies


·       Clinical decision-making and diagnostic accuracy


·       Cultural humility and inclusivity


·       Strong communication and rapport-building


·       Ethical integrity and professionalism


·       Organizational and time management skills


·       Team collaboration



Physical & Work Requirements


·       Ability to sit or stand for extended periods


·       Use of computer and EMR systems


·       Ability to manage emotionally complex clinical situations



What We Offer


·       Competitive compensation structure


·       Flexible scheduling


·       Administrative and clinical support


·       Collaborative team culture


·       Professional development opportunities


·       Mission-driven, community-centered work environment

Flexible work from home options available.