Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Ellie Mental Health

. Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and risk assessments .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeFlorida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health conditions, and developing individualized treatment plans. Proficient in prescribing psychotropic medications and maintaining compliance with HIPAA and clinical documentation standards.

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Active Florida APRN LicenseBoard Certification as PMHNP-BCDEA Registration for Controlled SubstancesExperience with Outpatient Psychiatric CareFamiliarity with Telehealth Platforms

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Hard Skills

Psychiatric EvaluationRisk AssessmentDiagnosis of Mental Health ConditionsIndividualized Treatment PlanningPsychotropic Medication ManagementCrisis InterventionClinical DocumentationLab InterpretationOutcome TrackingTelehealth Proficiency

Soft Skills

Supportive CounselingCollaborationCommunicationCrisis ManagementCultural Competence

Tools & Technologies

EMR SystemsTelehealth Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Florida APRN LicenseBoard Certification as PMHNP-BCCurrent BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Community Mental HealthIntegrated CareTrauma-Informed ApproachesHIPAA ComplianceQuality Improvement Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and risk assessments
Diagnose mental health and behavioral health conditions
Develop individualized treatment plans with clients and care teams
Prescribe, monitor, and adjust psychotropic medications
Provide medication education and supportive counseling
Order and interpret labs or diagnostic tests as appropriate
Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation
Provide crisis intervention and safety planning when necessary
Collaborate with therapists, case managers, and medical providers
Participate in interdisciplinary case consultations
Coordinate referrals and continuity of care
Communicate with clients, families, and external providers
Adhere to clinic policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
Maintain HIPAA compliance and client confidentiality
Support quality improvement initiatives and outcome tracking
Participate in staff meetings and clinical supervision as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active and unrestricted Florida APRN license
Board Certification as Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
DEA registration and eligibility to prescribe controlled substances
Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
Current BLS certification (if applicable)
Experience with outpatient psychiatric care preferred
Experience working in community mental health or integrated care preferred
Familiarity with diverse populations and trauma-informed approaches preferred
Comfort with Telehealth platforms and EMR systems
Bilingual abilities preferred but not required
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Use of computer and EMR systems
Ability to manage emotionally complex clinical situations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Flexible schedule
Training & development
Administrative and clinical support
Collaborative team culture
Professional development opportunities
Mission-driven, community-centered work environment
Flexible work from home options
Clear growth paths for advancing careers
Reasonable caseload expectations
Industry-leading compensation
Comfortable, furnished offices and clinic environment