Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Description
Job Title: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Location: Fitchburg, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Full-Time, Monday through Thursday work week.
Salary Range: $100,000 - $135,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to join our growing behavioral health outpatient services division in Fitchburg, WI. The PMHNP will provide high-quality psychiatric care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health conditions, to patients across the lifespan. This role involves both independent practice and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient-centered care and a passion for improving mental health outcomes in diverse populations.
Responsibilities:
Patient Care:

• Assessment & Diagnosis:
  
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including mental health assessments, psychiatric history, and risk assessments.
  • Diagnose mental health disorders using evidence-based criteria and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Treatment:
  
  • Provide medication management, including prescribing psychotropic medications and monitoring their effects.
  • Deliver psychotherapy and counseling as appropriate, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and other therapeutic modalities.
  • Offer crisis intervention and management for patients experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms.
• Patient Education:
  
  • Educate patients and families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
  • Promote mental wellness and preventive care through patient education and engagement in their treatment process.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Team Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Coordinate care with other healthcare providers, including primary care physicians and specialists, to ensure continuity of care.
• Refer patients to appropriate community resources and support services, such as counseling, rehabilitation, and social service

Qualifications:
Education & Certification:

• Degree:
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus on Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from an accredited program.
• Certification:
  • Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in state of Wisconsin.

Experience:

• Clinical Experience:
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PMHNP preferred, but all candidates with strong clinical training and relevant rotations will be considered.
  • Experience in a variety of psychiatric settings, including outpatient, inpatient, and emergency psychiatric care, is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills in managing a broad range of psychiatric conditions.
• Proficiency in psychopharmacology and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-based care model.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and basic computer applications.

Schedule:

• Full-time position with flexibility in scheduling. May include some evening hours. This is a Monday - Thursday, 10-hr shift, position.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: Competitive salary range of $100,000 - $135,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Benefits Package:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement plan with 3% employer matching.
  • 14-days Paid time off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays.
  • Continuing education reimbursement and support for professional development.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.