RHA Health Services, LLC·New Bern, North Carolina
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for managing psychotropic medications, conducting initial psychiatric evaluations, and subsequent follow-up visits for medication management for adults with serious mental illness or substance use diagnoses. This role also involves providing psychiatric and medical assessment, treatment, education, and policy development/supervision within the Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT).
We are hiring for: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner / NP / Part Time
If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!
Responsible for managing psychotropic medications for the clients of RHA.
include initial Psychiatric Evaluation of client and subsequent follow up visits for medication evaluation and management.
RHA’s Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) services are community-based treatment services in North Carolina for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness or behavioral health needs. These teams are multi-disciplinary groups of mental health professionals that provide psychiatric treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to individuals in their homes, communities, and office settings.
The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides psychiatric and medical assessment, treatment to Adults with serious mental illness/substance use diagnosis, provide education and training to ACT Team Staff. The psychiatric nurse practitioner is responsible for the development, implementation, and supervision of medication, psychiatric, and medical treatment policies and procedures. As applicable, the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner serves as a key member of treatment and works in conjunction with other team members to ensure that psychiatric services are integrated into the clients overall treatment.
Requires a certification as a psychiatric nurse practitioner or physician assistant and experience working with the population supported. Relies on experience, knowledge, and judgment to provide services with limited supervision and direction.
#RHABH
Complete criminal background
Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
Drug testing
Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
Proof of employment history or references (if required)
Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.
*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above
EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.
For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.
Candidates must be a licensed Psychiatric Nurse, certified nationally by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Nurse Practitioner, and possess experience working with individuals facing intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental health, and substance use challenges. Preferred experience is three years in behavioral health care, and a valid driver's license with insurance is required.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in North Carolina often show steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices, especially for candidates who can work autonomously and meet licensure and certification requirements. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a graduate nursing degree, 2–4 years of relevant experience, and current NC licensure, DEA, and BLS credentials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your certifications and tailor your application to the setting and scope of practice.
Caregiver / Direct Support Professional / Yellow Wing
Caregiver / Direct Support Professional / Blue Wing
Mobile Crisis Management Responder / QP / Qualified Professional (Wilmington, Jacksonville, New Bern)