Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Position Overview:
We are seeking a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our team as an independent contractor. This role is responsible for conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health conditions, and prescribing and managing psychotropic medications. The PMHNP will also work collaboratively with therapists and other members of the care team to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and establish accurate diagnoses
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, including monitoring effectiveness and side effects
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate closely with therapists to support integrated care and improve patient outcomes
• Participate in case consultations and care coordination with the clinical team
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards

Qualifications:

• Active Nurse Practitioner license in California
• Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
• Furnishing number and DEA registration (if prescribing controlled substances)
• Ability to diagnose and prescribe independently within scope of practice
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, particularly in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Experience in outpatient mental health or telehealth settings preferred

Work Arrangement:

• 1099 independent contractor
• Flexible schedule (part-time or full-time options available)
• Hybrid

Compensation:

• Competitive, based on experience and patient volume

Additional Notes:
Candidates must be able to work collaboratively with therapists and other providers to ensure a cohesive and effective treatment approach. Knowledge of California regulations regarding independent contractor status and nurse practitioner scope of practice is required.