Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - On-Site/In Person
NORTH OLYMPIC HEALTHCARE NETWORK·Port Angeles, Washington
NORTH OLYMPIC HEALTHCARE NETWORK·Port Angeles, Washington
Provide outpatient psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management for residents of Clallam County. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary behavioral health team and primary care providers to deliver whole-person healthcare.
Practice of Psychiatry Shall devote his/her full and undivided time, attention, knowledge and skills to the performance of his/her duties providing psychiatric patient care for a minimum of 40 hours per week (32 hours a week of scheduled clinic time) and such additional time as may be necessary to perform his/her duties. Duties include but are not limited to: evaluation, treatment, medication review, consultation, plan review, and record documentation including timely billing documentation Shall maintain positive patient relationships Shall treat patients in a positive manner, much like they would be like to be treated for a service rendered to self Ensuring that patients will be seen on a timely basis when appointments are made, Educating patients regarding their treatment and medications, Listening to patient concerns, Ensuring confidentiality, Displaying respect and presenting a professional appearance. Psychiatric ARNP will respond on a timely basis to patient issues, including emergency situations. Nurse Practitioner shall work a regular rotating four (4) day clinic work schedule as assigned. Scheduled work hours may be adjusted to accommodate patient access. Process Optimization & Quality Improvement Partner with clinic management and leadership to identify and implement innovative solutions for operational challenges and process improvements within the behavioral health department. Contribute to initiatives focused on enhancing staff satisfaction, improving the patient experience, and promoting the fiscal sustainability of our behavioral health services. Actively participate in quality assurance activities, contributing to the development and implementation of best practices to elevate patient care standards. QualificationsQualifications: Education: MSN required, with certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Experience in outpatient clinic preferred but not required.
Proficiency in EHR systems, excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, cultural sensitivity.
Requires good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to speak and read the English language.
Physical
Demands: May require prolonged standing and sitting. May require prolonged use of fine motor skills to support direct patient care
Work
Environment: Fast-paced community health center setting, potential exposure to infectious diseases, interaction with diverse patient population.
Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage, 4% 401k Contribution, $50 a month HRA contribution to be used towards qualifying medical expenses, Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid CME days, and CME dedicated budget. Equal Opportunity Employer: North Olympic Healthcare Network is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, family or marital status, sex, genetic information, disability, creed, religion, citizenship, socio-economic status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Requires an MSN and certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Proficiency in EHR systems and strong communication skills are essential, with outpatient clinic experience preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Washington are typically supported by steady demand from outpatient, community, and telehealth settings. These roles are competitive because employers often look for a current unrestricted clinical license, experience with evidence-based therapy, and the ability to work from a HIPAA-compliant home office. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then verify your license status and prepare examples of your therapy approach before applying.
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