Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Role Description: The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is a full-time, hybrid role based in Bellevue, WA, with a mix of in-clinic and work-from-home responsibilities. Day-to-day tasks include conducting psychiatric evaluations, developing and updating treatment plans, prescribing and managing psychotropic medications, and providing ongoing follow-up visits. The role involves monitoring treatment response, documenting care in the electronic health record, and collaborating with psychiatrists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated mental health services. The practitioner will educate clients about diagnoses and treatment options, promote adherence and safety, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives and best practices within the clinic.

Qualifications: Strong foundation in Mental Health Nursing and general Nursing, with experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings. Licensure and training as Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, with demonstrated skills in Mental Health Care and Psychiatric Care. Active, unrestricted Washington State ARNP license (or eligibility), with current national certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or equivalent. Proficiency in conducting psychiatric assessments, risk evaluations, and medication management across diverse populations. Ability to build therapeutic alliances, maintain professional boundaries, and provide trauma-informed, culturally sensitive care. Strong documentation, time management, and organizational skills, including comfort with electronic health records and telehealth platforms. Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with a collaborative approach to working in multidisciplinary teams. Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program; prior outpatient psychiatry or integrated care experience is highly beneficial.