Psych Nurse Practitioner

The Psychiatric Provider is responsible for delivering high-quality psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and behavioral health treatment for patients receiving detoxification, residential, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and/or

2 Schedule Options:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 12pm-10:30pm

Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12pm-12:30am

Essential Responsibilities

- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, mental status examinations, substance use assessments, medication reviews, and risk assessments. - Diagnose and treat psychiatric and co-occurring substance use disorders utilizing DSM-5 criteria and evidence-based practices. - Provide medication management, including prescribing, monitoring, and adjusting psychiatric and detoxification support medications within scope of practice. - Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans based on clinical presentation and response to treatment. - Collaborate with the Medical Director regarding complex psychiatric cases, detoxification protocols, and medication treatment strategies. - Provide crisis intervention and psychiatric consultation for urgent behavioral health concerns. - Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR). - Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, case consultations, and discharge planning. - Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment recommendations, and recovery planning. - Provide education and clinical guidance to nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members regarding psychiatric conditions and medication management. - Maintain availability during assigned on-call or clinical coverage periods. - Support compliance with Joint Commission standards, state licensing regulations, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, DEA requirements, and organizational policies. - Foster a culture of compassionate, ethical, and patient-centered care.

Minimum Qualifications

- Current licensure as one of the following:

- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Physician Assistant (PA) - Active CAQH profile. - Current DEA registration. - 2–5 years of behavioral health, addiction medicine, detoxification, residential treatment, or psychiatric practice preferred. - Experience treating individuals with co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders preferred. - Experience using electronic medical records (EMR). - Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, communication, and critical thinking skills. - Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team. - Ability to communicate diagnoses, medications, and treatment plans clearly and compassionately with patients and families.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). - Experience with detoxification protocols and withdrawal management. - Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and behavioral healthcare regulatory requirements. - Experience in residential, PHP, or substance use treatment settings.

Physical Requirements

- Work is primarily performed in a clinical office environment. - Ability to use computers, telephones, and standard office equipment for extended periods. - Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic communication systems.

Why Join Sunshine Behavioral Health?

- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals seeking recovery. - Collaborative, mission-driven culture. - Opportunities for professional growth and leadership. - Competitive compensation. - Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. - Supportive interdisciplinary team committed to clinical excellence.